CNC Turner / Sliding Head Machinist

CNC Turner / Sliding Head Machinist

Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Salary: Up to £21.22 per hour (Dependant on experience) plus non-guaranteed bonus

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 16:30 – 02:45

The Role

First Base Employment is currently recruiting for a CNC Turner / Sliding Head Machinist to join a specialist precision engineering business based in Tewkesbury, manufacturing high-quality medical tooling and precision components.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist, CNC Turner, CNC Setter/Operator or Sliding Head Machinist to join an established manufacturing environment, producing precision components to demanding quality standards.

The successful candidate will have experience setting and operating CNC machinery, with a background in CNC turning, sliding-head machining or mill-turn operations being particularly relevant. Experience with Mazatrol Smooth controls would be beneficial.

Working a four-day twilight shift from Monday to Thursday, 16:30–02:45, this position offers a consistent working pattern with Fridays free.

Key Responsibilities

Set and operate CNC turning and/or sliding-head machinery to manufacture precision components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.

Interpret technical drawings and work to tight tolerances, ensuring components meet the required quality standards.

Monitor machining processes and make adjustments where necessary to maintain accuracy and production efficiency.

Carry out in-process inspections using appropriate precision measuring equipment.

Identify and report machining, tooling or quality issues, supporting effective problem-solving.

Maintain high standards of housekeeping and adhere to health and safety procedures.

Work collaboratively with the wider manufacturing team to achieve production targets and delivery deadlines.

Key Skills and Experience

Previous experience as a CNC Turner, Sliding Head Machinist or CNC Setter/Operator.

Experience setting and operating CNC turning machinery.

Sliding-head machining or mill-turn experience would be advantageous.

Familiarity with CNC controls, particularly Mazatrol Smooth, would be beneficial.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.

Experience using precision measuring equipment and carrying out quality inspections.

A strong understanding of precision engineering and machining processes.

Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality components.

Benefits

£21.22 per hour.

Non-guaranteed bonus.

Four-day working week, Monday to Thursday.

Twilight shift: 16:30–02:45.

Fridays free.

Opportunity to join a specialist precision engineering business manufacturing medical tooling and components