CNC Sliding Head Machinist
Job in
North Watford, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-26
Listing for:
Quest Technical Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-26
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Sliding Head Setter Programmer
We are working with a prestigious company who produce high quality precision machined components to meet our customer specifications. The components they manufacture are used in the Medical, Optical, Aerospace, Air-conditioning Food, Electronics and Telecommunications industries, plus many more they excellent reputation and work hard to maintain it.
Key skills required of the Sliding Head Setter Programmer:
* Must have proven experience in setting and programming CNC sliding head lathes
* Experience of Citizen or Star machines is required
* Ability to work to tight tolerances with various metals, including exotic alloys.
* Capable of reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings.
* Must have strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
* Ideally, you will have completed an engineering apprenticeship; however, relevant experience will be considered equally valuable.
Key Responsibilities
* Set and program Citizen or Star sliding head lathes for precision batch production.
* Read, interpret and work to complex engineering drawings and specifications.
* Perform first-off inspections and quality checks to ensure component accuracy.
* Work on prototype and repeat batch work in line with production schedules.
* Collaborate with the production team to troubleshoot, optimise and maintain machine performance.
* Maintain a clean and safe working environment and follow health & safety guidelines.
The Role
This is a hands-on role involving the setting, programming and operating of sliding head CNC lathes to manufacture small to medium batch components. You will be working to tight aerospace tolerances and with a range of high-specification materials including stainless steel, aluminium, brass, and titanium.
The successful Sliding Head Setter Programmer will be rewarded with:
* Competitive salary: £40,000 – £50,000 DOE
* Overtime available (paid at time and a half)
* Annual performance-related bonus
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* Early finish every Friday
* Stable, long-term permanent employment
* Opportunities for development within a growing business
Please send your CV to Zabina @ Quest Technical Ltd for immediate consideration
Additional Information / Benefits
TBC
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