CNC Turner - Citizen Sliding Head Lathes, permanent opportunity for an experience programmer/setter/operator to work across a range of sliding head lathes. You will be working direct from drawings programming, setting and operating to produce a range of high specification parts for industries such as aerospace and automotive. Basic machine maintenance and inspection of parts is assumed. You will be working with a range of metals and other materials in this busy sub-contract set up. Key Responsibilities: Program, set, and operate Citizen sliding head CNC lathes. Interpret and work from engineering drawings to produce precision components. Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on CNC machines. Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and accuracy. Collaborate with the engineering team to optimise production processes. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Requirements: Proven experience as a sliding head CNC Turner, (cross training from Star possible) Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Proficiency in CNC programming and operation. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude. This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
CNC Turner - Citizen Sliding Head Lathes, permanent opportunity for an experience programmer/setter/operator to work across a range of sliding head lathes. You will be working direct from drawings programming, setting and operating to produce a range of high specification parts for industries such as aerospace and automotive. Basic machine maintenance and inspection of parts is assumed. You will be working with a range of metals and other materials in this busy sub-contract set up. Key Responsibilities: Program, set, and operate Citizen sliding head CNC lathes. Interpret and work from engineering drawings to produce precision components. Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on CNC machines. Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and accuracy. Collaborate with the engineering team to optimise production processes. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Requirements: Proven experience as a sliding head CNC Turner, (cross training from Star possible) Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Proficiency in CNC programming and operation. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude. This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.
Job Description Job Title: Skilled CNC Turner, Setter, Operator (Full Training on our Sliding Head machines) Location: Watford Job Type: Full Time Salary: 18.00 - 22.00 Per Hour Working Hours: 39 hours per week + overtime Start date: ASAP About the Role - CNC Turner, Setter, Operator - We are an AS9100 accredited company and we have been providing forward thinking, modern precision engineering for over 50 years. We specialise in motorsport (F1), aerospace, and medical precision engineering. We are seeking an experienced CNC turner, setter, operator to join our established team. The ideal candidate will be seeking a career and growth position within our forever growing business. They will need to be a strong team player. This CNC Turner, Setter, Operator role will require a highly skilled individual that can set and run CNC lathes, to train up on our sliding head machines. Their communication skills should be excellent. Quality is at the core of what we do and therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to understand and instil our quality requirements. The successful candidate will need to be dynamic and hands-on in their role to enable the demanding delivery requirements to be met. CNC Turner, Setter, Operator - Responsibilities and Duties Ability to set and run CNC turning machinery (Fanuc), will be trained up on our sliding head machines Ensuring consistent quality Ensuring delivery dates / internal milestones are met CNC Turner, Setter, Operator - Qualifications and Skills Read technical drawings CNC Turner, Setter, Operator Lots of Benefits & Overtime Full training given on our sliding head machines
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
Job Description Job Title: Skilled CNC Turner, Setter, Operator (Full Training on our Sliding Head machines) Location: Watford Job Type: Full Time Salary: 18.00 - 22.00 Per Hour Working Hours: 39 hours per week + overtime Start date: ASAP About the Role - CNC Turner, Setter, Operator - We are an AS9100 accredited company and we have been providing forward thinking, modern precision engineering for over 50 years. We specialise in motorsport (F1), aerospace, and medical precision engineering. We are seeking an experienced CNC turner, setter, operator to join our established team. The ideal candidate will be seeking a career and growth position within our forever growing business. They will need to be a strong team player. This CNC Turner, Setter, Operator role will require a highly skilled individual that can set and run CNC lathes, to train up on our sliding head machines. Their communication skills should be excellent. Quality is at the core of what we do and therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to understand and instil our quality requirements. The successful candidate will need to be dynamic and hands-on in their role to enable the demanding delivery requirements to be met. CNC Turner, Setter, Operator - Responsibilities and Duties Ability to set and run CNC turning machinery (Fanuc), will be trained up on our sliding head machines Ensuring consistent quality Ensuring delivery dates / internal milestones are met CNC Turner, Setter, Operator - Qualifications and Skills Read technical drawings CNC Turner, Setter, Operator Lots of Benefits & Overtime Full training given on our sliding head machines
Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Bilston, West Midlands
Contek are working with a precision CNC Engineering client in Wolverhampton, who successfully supply prototypes to small batch production to an impressive range of industries including; Aerospace, Oil, Electronics & Medical. Through growth they are looking for the following: - CNC Turner - Setter/Operator - Mazatrol controls - CNC Sliding Head Turner - Setter/Operator - Star or Citizen Shift: One week of: Mon-Thurs 6am-2pm, Fri 6am-11am One week of: Mon-Thurs 2pm-10pm, Fri 11am-4pm Basic pay up to 18p/h plus 15% shift allowance. You will be: Carrying out low and high volume runs with tight tolerances. Setting & operating turning machines, which can be running different materials in each. Editing/testing new programs for new products. Utilizing Mazak smooth lathe machinery. Reading of engineering drawings. Working in a fast paced sub-contract manufacturing environment. What do you need for this role? You need previous experience setting & operating CNC turning machines (essential) Previous experience turning metals including: Aerospace Alloys, Engineering Plastics, Titaniums, Beryllium Copper and other exotic materials Experience setting, operating and editing with Mazatrol controls OR Star/Citizen machinery.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Contek are working with a precision CNC Engineering client in Wolverhampton, who successfully supply prototypes to small batch production to an impressive range of industries including; Aerospace, Oil, Electronics & Medical. Through growth they are looking for the following: - CNC Turner - Setter/Operator - Mazatrol controls - CNC Sliding Head Turner - Setter/Operator - Star or Citizen Shift: One week of: Mon-Thurs 6am-2pm, Fri 6am-11am One week of: Mon-Thurs 2pm-10pm, Fri 11am-4pm Basic pay up to 18p/h plus 15% shift allowance. You will be: Carrying out low and high volume runs with tight tolerances. Setting & operating turning machines, which can be running different materials in each. Editing/testing new programs for new products. Utilizing Mazak smooth lathe machinery. Reading of engineering drawings. Working in a fast paced sub-contract manufacturing environment. What do you need for this role? You need previous experience setting & operating CNC turning machines (essential) Previous experience turning metals including: Aerospace Alloys, Engineering Plastics, Titaniums, Beryllium Copper and other exotic materials Experience setting, operating and editing with Mazatrol controls OR Star/Citizen machinery.
NexGen Consultancy LTD
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
NexGen Consultancy are currently recruiting for a Sliding Head Machinist for our well established client. Our client are a market leading CNC manufacturer specialising within the Aerospace and Automotive industries. Due to company expansion our client are looking to expand their Sliding Head team. Key Responsibilities: Set and operate sliding head machines First off inspection Changing tooling, fixtures and jigs Oversee the whole cycle run of the sliding head machines Required Experience: Able to read and interpret engineering drawings Ability to set and operate sliding head machines CADCAM experience (Desirable) Experience with either Star or Citizen machines Hours of work: Monday - Friday: 8am - 4:30pm This is a great opportunity for a machinist to join a growing team If you feel you are the right candidate for the role, apply now!
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
NexGen Consultancy are currently recruiting for a Sliding Head Machinist for our well established client. Our client are a market leading CNC manufacturer specialising within the Aerospace and Automotive industries. Due to company expansion our client are looking to expand their Sliding Head team. Key Responsibilities: Set and operate sliding head machines First off inspection Changing tooling, fixtures and jigs Oversee the whole cycle run of the sliding head machines Required Experience: Able to read and interpret engineering drawings Ability to set and operate sliding head machines CADCAM experience (Desirable) Experience with either Star or Citizen machines Hours of work: Monday - Friday: 8am - 4:30pm This is a great opportunity for a machinist to join a growing team If you feel you are the right candidate for the role, apply now!
Job Title CNC turning Setter / Programmer Location: Tewkesbury Salary: Starting salary 35,490 pa ( 17.50 per hour) - 40,000 ( 20.00 per hour) depending Job Type: Full-time, Permanent. 39-hour week, day shifts 8-5pm, Mon to Thurs, 8-1pm Fridays Colt precision is a growing precision engineering company based in Tewkesbury specialising in orthopaedic medical instrumentation, aerospace and the defence industries . The role: We're a small team with big potential and are looking to some-one who is passionate and self-motivated to grow with us. Located in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, we provide a wide range of precision engineered capabilities and a looking for an experienced CNC turning machinist with positive attitude capable of working on their own initiative. Join us and we'll provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive, culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career. At Colt our work is varied and interesting, no two days look the same giving you opportunity to continuously learn and improve in a safe and friendly environment. We offer excellent development, a competitive salary, and benefits What you will be doing: In this role, you will be involved in setting and operating a variety of Fanuc controlled CNC lathes Manufacturing parts for the Medical, aerospace and defence industries. With this exciting opportunity you will also get a chance to programme and be involved in lean manufacturing projects helping to shape the future of our business. Essential skills: Time served or apprentice trained Machinist. Experience of Fanuc controls Team Player with good communication skills Problem solving "can do" attitude Desirable skills: Experience of programming Fanuc controls Experience of Doosan fixed head or star sliding head lathes Experience of programming with fusion 360 or similar software Benefits: Employee support assistance Employee cycle scheme. Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; CNC Programmer, CNC, Operator, CNC Operator, CNC Machinist, Machine Operator, Machinist, Turner, CNC Turner, CNC Operative, CNC Engineer, CNC Miller, Miller, Machine Operative, CNC Setter, Setter, CNC Programming, Machine CNC Turner, CNC Engineering may also be considered for this role.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title CNC turning Setter / Programmer Location: Tewkesbury Salary: Starting salary 35,490 pa ( 17.50 per hour) - 40,000 ( 20.00 per hour) depending Job Type: Full-time, Permanent. 39-hour week, day shifts 8-5pm, Mon to Thurs, 8-1pm Fridays Colt precision is a growing precision engineering company based in Tewkesbury specialising in orthopaedic medical instrumentation, aerospace and the defence industries . The role: We're a small team with big potential and are looking to some-one who is passionate and self-motivated to grow with us. Located in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, we provide a wide range of precision engineered capabilities and a looking for an experienced CNC turning machinist with positive attitude capable of working on their own initiative. Join us and we'll provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive, culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career. At Colt our work is varied and interesting, no two days look the same giving you opportunity to continuously learn and improve in a safe and friendly environment. We offer excellent development, a competitive salary, and benefits What you will be doing: In this role, you will be involved in setting and operating a variety of Fanuc controlled CNC lathes Manufacturing parts for the Medical, aerospace and defence industries. With this exciting opportunity you will also get a chance to programme and be involved in lean manufacturing projects helping to shape the future of our business. Essential skills: Time served or apprentice trained Machinist. Experience of Fanuc controls Team Player with good communication skills Problem solving "can do" attitude Desirable skills: Experience of programming Fanuc controls Experience of Doosan fixed head or star sliding head lathes Experience of programming with fusion 360 or similar software Benefits: Employee support assistance Employee cycle scheme. Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; CNC Programmer, CNC, Operator, CNC Operator, CNC Machinist, Machine Operator, Machinist, Turner, CNC Turner, CNC Operative, CNC Engineer, CNC Miller, Miller, Machine Operative, CNC Setter, Setter, CNC Programming, Machine CNC Turner, CNC Engineering may also be considered for this role.
CNC Setter-Operator - Precision Machining Expert Location: Tewksbury Salary: up to £20.00 per hour, reflecting their experience and proficiency Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Are you a highly skilled CNC Setter-Operator with a passion for precision and quality? Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading precision engineering business to find a talented machinist to set, program, and operate multi-axis CNC machines (Mazatrol Smooth and/or Fanuc). This is your chance to work on technical products with tight tolerances and strict quality standards, where your expertise really makes a difference. Why This Role is Exciting Be at the forefront of precision machining - working with advanced multi-axis CNC machines to produce high-quality components. Challenge yourself every day - set, prove out, and run machines to exacting tolerances while contributing to continuous improvement. Competitive pay with exceptional upside - for the right candidate with deep Mazatrol Smooth expertise who can program, set, and operate machines unconsciously, the hourly rate could reach £20/hr. Grow your career - join a skilled, supportive team in a fast-paced, precision environment with opportunities for progression. Key Responsibilities Set up, prove out, and operate multi-axis CNC machines. Manufacture components to engineering drawings, meeting dimensional and surface finish requirements. Conduct first-off and stage inspections to ensure quality standards. Organise tooling and materials to meet production requirements. Collaborate with engineers and management to optimise machine efficiency. Work safely and efficiently to H&S standards. Skills & Experience Strong experience with Mazatrol Smooth (preferred) and/or Fanuc systems. Skilled in multi-spindle or sliding head machines (Mazak or Star preferred). Manufacturing experience in a precision, high-tolerance environment. Comfortable interpreting complex engineering drawings and using precision measuring equipment. Pride in your work, with excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure. Team player with a proactive, safe approach to work. What's on Offer Exceptional pay potential (up to £20/hr) for candidates with in-depth Mazatrol Smooth knowledge who can operate machines at an expert level. Work with cutting-edge CNC technology in a supportive, skilled team. Opportunities to develop your skills and grow within the business. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Monthly company performance bonus (Currently £2400 per year). Annual long service Christmas bonus - £20 for each full year served. 25 days holiday per year (after three yrs service) in addition to all bank holidays. 6% Pension contribution. 2 x Salary Life assurance. Full company sick pay for nine weeks (after one year service). Company EAP provided through 'Wisdom, Health Assured'. Fully funded PPE. Prescription safety glasses (currently through Specsavers). Full induction training programme. Continuous job training and improvement. Career development, progression and growth mentoring. Paid morning tea break (10 minutes). Overtime available. Canteen with free tea and coffee. Family run and growing international group. Annual Christmas party and/or gift package Fantastic Internal career progression. Apprenticeship opportunities. Further education opportunities. Modern state of the art facility. If you would like to apply for the role of CNC Setter Operator then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Donna on (phone number removed). Closing date is 01.11.25. Please note this could change subject to suitable applications. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
CNC Setter-Operator - Precision Machining Expert Location: Tewksbury Salary: up to £20.00 per hour, reflecting their experience and proficiency Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Are you a highly skilled CNC Setter-Operator with a passion for precision and quality? Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading precision engineering business to find a talented machinist to set, program, and operate multi-axis CNC machines (Mazatrol Smooth and/or Fanuc). This is your chance to work on technical products with tight tolerances and strict quality standards, where your expertise really makes a difference. Why This Role is Exciting Be at the forefront of precision machining - working with advanced multi-axis CNC machines to produce high-quality components. Challenge yourself every day - set, prove out, and run machines to exacting tolerances while contributing to continuous improvement. Competitive pay with exceptional upside - for the right candidate with deep Mazatrol Smooth expertise who can program, set, and operate machines unconsciously, the hourly rate could reach £20/hr. Grow your career - join a skilled, supportive team in a fast-paced, precision environment with opportunities for progression. Key Responsibilities Set up, prove out, and operate multi-axis CNC machines. Manufacture components to engineering drawings, meeting dimensional and surface finish requirements. Conduct first-off and stage inspections to ensure quality standards. Organise tooling and materials to meet production requirements. Collaborate with engineers and management to optimise machine efficiency. Work safely and efficiently to H&S standards. Skills & Experience Strong experience with Mazatrol Smooth (preferred) and/or Fanuc systems. Skilled in multi-spindle or sliding head machines (Mazak or Star preferred). Manufacturing experience in a precision, high-tolerance environment. Comfortable interpreting complex engineering drawings and using precision measuring equipment. Pride in your work, with excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure. Team player with a proactive, safe approach to work. What's on Offer Exceptional pay potential (up to £20/hr) for candidates with in-depth Mazatrol Smooth knowledge who can operate machines at an expert level. Work with cutting-edge CNC technology in a supportive, skilled team. Opportunities to develop your skills and grow within the business. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Monthly company performance bonus (Currently £2400 per year). Annual long service Christmas bonus - £20 for each full year served. 25 days holiday per year (after three yrs service) in addition to all bank holidays. 6% Pension contribution. 2 x Salary Life assurance. Full company sick pay for nine weeks (after one year service). Company EAP provided through 'Wisdom, Health Assured'. Fully funded PPE. Prescription safety glasses (currently through Specsavers). Full induction training programme. Continuous job training and improvement. Career development, progression and growth mentoring. Paid morning tea break (10 minutes). Overtime available. Canteen with free tea and coffee. Family run and growing international group. Annual Christmas party and/or gift package Fantastic Internal career progression. Apprenticeship opportunities. Further education opportunities. Modern state of the art facility. If you would like to apply for the role of CNC Setter Operator then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Donna on (phone number removed). Closing date is 01.11.25. Please note this could change subject to suitable applications. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
Role: CNC Setter Operator Location: Cheltenham £36,434 Monday to Thursday 02:00 pm to 11:30 pm Benefits: 27 paid days holiday, Staff canteen, Free Parking, Free tea & Coffee This market leading engineering company are recruiting for CNC Setter Operators to set and operate CNC Lathes at their site in Cheltenham. The company manufacture and supply a range of specialist products to various industries across the globe. Main duties & responsibilities: Setting computer numerically controlled (CNC) lathes Producing parts to drawing, deburring, cleaning and packaging to set procedures Ensuring excellent quality through the inspection of parts using measuring equipment such as gauges, verniers and micrometers. Working to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), production rates, workplace organisation, front line operator asset care (FLOAC), maintenance and cleanliness of machine equipment. Understanding and complying with Company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) practices, identifying areas for improvement and supporting related initiatives Engaging, suggesting and contribution to continuous improvement initiatives and projects as required Skills / Experience: Basic CNC setting and operating experience Experience with sliding head/star (beneficial) Basic experience with measuring equipment Working within a production/engineering environment For further details, please contact Nick Sollis (phone number removed) or email your cv (url removed) Omega Resource Group are an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Role: CNC Setter Operator Location: Cheltenham £36,434 Monday to Thursday 02:00 pm to 11:30 pm Benefits: 27 paid days holiday, Staff canteen, Free Parking, Free tea & Coffee This market leading engineering company are recruiting for CNC Setter Operators to set and operate CNC Lathes at their site in Cheltenham. The company manufacture and supply a range of specialist products to various industries across the globe. Main duties & responsibilities: Setting computer numerically controlled (CNC) lathes Producing parts to drawing, deburring, cleaning and packaging to set procedures Ensuring excellent quality through the inspection of parts using measuring equipment such as gauges, verniers and micrometers. Working to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), production rates, workplace organisation, front line operator asset care (FLOAC), maintenance and cleanliness of machine equipment. Understanding and complying with Company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) practices, identifying areas for improvement and supporting related initiatives Engaging, suggesting and contribution to continuous improvement initiatives and projects as required Skills / Experience: Basic CNC setting and operating experience Experience with sliding head/star (beneficial) Basic experience with measuring equipment Working within a production/engineering environment For further details, please contact Nick Sollis (phone number removed) or email your cv (url removed) Omega Resource Group are an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
