Afternoon Shift CNC Operator - Sliding Head (Fanuc Controls)
Location: Confidential - Midlands-based precision engineering firm
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Shift: Afternoon
A well-established precision engineering company is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to join their afternoon shift team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled machinist with sliding head experience and a solid understanding of Fanuc controls to work with a range of high-spec machines in a clean, well-organised environment.
Key Machines (in order of priority):
Hanwha
Star
Tornos
CitizenAll machines are equipped with milling capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and maintain sliding head CNC machines using Fanuc controls
Perform basic setups and adjust offsets and inserts as needed
Conduct regular quality checks using dedicated gauging, micrometers, and verniers
Load material and monitor production runs
Maintain setup integrity and ensure consistent part quality
Advantageous: Ability to change milling cutters, drills, and taps
Advantageous: Experience using shadowgraph and non-digital bore micrometersIdeal Candidate Will Have:
Proven experience operating sliding head CNC machines
Strong familiarity with Fanuc control systems
Good understanding of quality control procedures
Ability to work independently and maintain production efficiency
A proactive approach to machine maintenance and tooling adjustmentsThis role offers long-term stability, a supportive team environment, and the chance to work with advanced machinery in a forward-thinking company