CNC Sliding Head Operator​/Setter​/Programmer

We're growing our sliding head cell and we're looking for someone who knows their way around a Swiss-type lathe.

This is a hands-on production role at AFT Fluorotec's main manufacturing site in Welwyn Garden City. You'll be working on precision components machined from PTFE and engineering plastics, on a cell that's expanding and well-invested.

Setting, operating and programming sliding head machines to produce precision components to tight tolerances. You'll work from engineering drawings, carry out first-off and in-process inspection, optimise cycle times and troubleshoot as the job demands. Documentation matters here too. We operate to AS9100D standards, so quality records are part of the role.

Genuine sliding head (Swiss-type) experience is the non-negotiable. Beyond that, we're open on level (operator, setter or programmer) and we'll consider both CNC and cam backgrounds.

• Setting experience as a minimum; programming (conversational or CAD/CAM) is a real plus
• Confidence working across different machine sizes
• The ability to read and work accurately from engineering drawings
• A disciplined, quality-first approach on the shop floor

Experience machining plastics rather than metals is a genuine advantage and aerospace or AS9100D experience is a bonus.

• Competitive salary depending on your level of experience
• A role in a growing cell with real scope to progress including potential cell leadership for the right person in time
• A skilled, supportive team in an established precision manufacturer

This role is based full-time at our main manufacturing site in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. You'll need to be able to commute to site. Shift pattern per site rota, with overtime available.

If you have the sliding head background and you're looking for a place to develop your skills and grow with a business that's genuinely investing in its capability, we'd like to hear from you.