Sliding Head Machinist 6890
Location
thrupp, england
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Engineering
Posted
June 16, 2026
Sliding Head Machinist 6890
Location:
Stroud, Gloucestershire
Hours:
Day Shift
Salary:
£17.50 – £18.00 per hour dependent on experience
Key Responsibilities
- Set, operate, and programme sliding head CNC machines
- Produce precision machined components to specification
- Work with Star and Citizen sliding head machinery
- Read and interpret engineering drawings
- Perform tool changes, offsets, and programme adjustments
- Inspect components using measuring equipment to ensure quality standards
- Maintain machine efficiency and production output
Key Skills
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience setting and programming sliding head CNC machines
- Experience with Star and/or Citizen machines
- Ability to edit and optimise programmes
- Strong understanding of precision engineering and machining practic...