CNC Sliding Head

CNC Turner Poole £18.00 - £19.00 per hour

A well-established precision engineering business is looking to recruit an experienced CNC Turner to join its manufacturing team in Poole.

This is a hands‑on opportunity for a skilled CNC Turner who is confident programming, setting and operating CNC lathes within a busy engineering environment.

The role would suit someone who enjoys producing high‑quality components, working with modern CNC machinery and supporting efficient day‑to‑day production.

• Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Working with live tooling and multi‑axis lathes.
• Supporting sliding head machining operations where required.
• Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings.
• Carrying out first‑off and in‑process inspections using measuring equipment.
• Making programme and offset adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Ensuring machines are set and running effectively to achieve production targets.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

• Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
• Experience working with live tooling and/or multi‑axis machines including sliding heads.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining tolerances and inspection processes.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality components.
• A reliable, hands‑on approach to manufacturing.

• Fanuc or similar CNC controls.
• Sliding head machining.
• Precision engineering environments.
• Producing complex components to tight tolerances.

• £18.00 - £19.00 per hour.
• Full‑time, stable position.
• Opportunity to work within a well‑established precision engineering business.
• Varied and interesting machining work.
• Supportive and experienced workshop environment.
• Long‑term development opportunities.

If you're an experienced CNC Turner looking for your next opportunity in Poole, we'd like to hear from you.