CNC Sliding Head Turner - Programmer/Setter/Operator At a glance :Role: Program, set and operate a Citizen sliding-head lathe (end-to-end ownership from prove-out to production)Pay: Competitive salary (DOE) + overtimeHours: Permanent, full-time; days Environment: Clean, modern Precision engineering company, safety-first, quality-focusedThe role (why you''d want it):If you''re an experienced Sliding Head Turner who enjoys owning jobs from setup through to stable production, this is a hands-on role where you''ll be trusted to optimise programs, improve cycle times, and deliver right-first-time quality.Key responsibilities (what you''ll be doing):Program, set and operate a Citizen sliding-head CNC lathe, including prove-outs and first-off approvals.Edit/optimise CNC programs at the machine (ISO/G-code) to improve efficiency and tool life.Complete full set-ups: tooling, offsets, workholding, guide bush selection, bar feed setup and tool touch-offs.Produce components to drawing/spec, meeting quality, cost and delivery targets.Carry out in-process inspection using micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and complete QC/SPC records.Identify and resolve machining issues (surface finish, chatter, tool wear, dimensional drift).Support basic maintenance, fault finding and machine care.Maintain 5S/housekeeping standards and contribute to continuous improvement.Salary and benefits:Competitive salary (dependent on experience) plus overtime and shift premiums where applicable.Pension, holiday ..... full job details .....