CNC Setter Operator Sliding Head
CV-LibraryWelwyn Garden City, HertfordshirepermanentPosted: 7 April 2026
Apply NowHours of Work: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Overview:
NexGen Consultancy Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a well established precision engineering manufacturer for a CNC Setter Operator to join their sliding head machining department. This is a hands on role suited to an experienced CNC setter operator with a background in sliding head or Swiss type CNC machines, producing high precision components.
The role offers stable day shift hours and the opportunity to work within a well organised and supportive CNC environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Set and operate sliding head CNC machines
* Make tooling and offset adjustments to maintain component quality
* Produce components to engineering drawings and tight tolerances
* Carry out first off inspections and in process quality checks
* Monitor machine performance and address minor issues
* Work to production schedules and output targets
* Maintain a clean and safe working area
* Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
* Work closely with supervisors and production team
Skills and Experience Required:
* Proven experience as a CNC Setter Operator
* Experience with sliding head CNC machines
* Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
* Experience working to tight tolerances in a precision engineering environment
* Good understanding of tooling offsets and cutting parameters
* Strong attention to detail and quality
* Reliable and team focused approach
Desirable Experience:
* Swiss type sliding head CNC machines
* Multi axis CNC machining experience
* Experience working in a high volume precision environment
Why Apply:
* Day shift role
* Monday to Friday no shifts
* Stable long term position
* Modern CNC environment
* Supportive team and management
* Plenty of overtime
* Ability to develop into a programmer
Keywords for Search Visibility
CNC Setter Operator
Sliding Head CNC
Swiss Type CNC
CNC Machinist
Precision Engineering
CNC Setting
CNC Operating
Overview:
NexGen Consultancy Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a well established precision engineering manufacturer for a CNC Setter Operator to join their sliding head machining department. This is a hands on role suited to an experienced CNC setter operator with a background in sliding head or Swiss type CNC machines, producing high precision components.
The role offers stable day shift hours and the opportunity to work within a well organised and supportive CNC environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Set and operate sliding head CNC machines
* Make tooling and offset adjustments to maintain component quality
* Produce components to engineering drawings and tight tolerances
* Carry out first off inspections and in process quality checks
* Monitor machine performance and address minor issues
* Work to production schedules and output targets
* Maintain a clean and safe working area
* Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
* Work closely with supervisors and production team
Skills and Experience Required:
* Proven experience as a CNC Setter Operator
* Experience with sliding head CNC machines
* Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
* Experience working to tight tolerances in a precision engineering environment
* Good understanding of tooling offsets and cutting parameters
* Strong attention to detail and quality
* Reliable and team focused approach
Desirable Experience:
* Swiss type sliding head CNC machines
* Multi axis CNC machining experience
* Experience working in a high volume precision environment
Why Apply:
* Day shift role
* Monday to Friday no shifts
* Stable long term position
* Modern CNC environment
* Supportive team and management
* Plenty of overtime
* Ability to develop into a programmer
Keywords for Search Visibility
CNC Setter Operator
Sliding Head CNC
Swiss Type CNC
CNC Machinist
Precision Engineering
CNC Setting
CNC Operating