CNC Sliding Head Lathe Programmer/Operator Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire Hours: Monday – Thursday 6:00am – 2:30pm, Friday 6:00am – 1:00pm Salary: to be discussed at application stage Duration: Permanent Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, private healthcare, group life insurance, income protection scheme, employee assistance programme, pension scheme, long service awards, cycle to work scheme and more! Are you a whiz with Sliding Head lathes and love turning complex drawings into flawless components? We’re looking for a hands-on machinist who can program, set, and operate with skill — and bring great energy to the team. Expect variety, R&D work, and the chance to share your know-how while making microns matter. If you love precision, problem-solving, and being part of a supportive shop floor — this one’s for you! Who are we? We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search. Job Duties: * Program, set up, and operate Sliding Head CNC lathes to produce high-precision components * Write and optimise CNC programs using CAD/CAM or at the machine console * Interpret drawings to develop correct machining strate...