CNC Sliding Head Programmer or Setter

Job Title

Citizen Sliding Head CNC Programmer or Setter Operator

Location

Tunbridge Wells

Hours

38hrs per week – Mon–Thurs 8:00–17:00, Fri 8:00–13:00 (flexible if required)

Salary

£35,000–£45,000 DOE + overtime at 1.5x

About the Role

A leading precision engineering company is looking for a skilled Citizen Sliding Head CNC Programmer or Setter Operator to join their Tunbridge Wells team. The business supplies high-quality components to sectors including automotive, aerospace, medical, and industrial engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate Citizen sliding head CNC lathes.
• Produce precision components to exact specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Conduct quality checks and maintain accurate production records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience on Citizen sliding head machines.
• Ability to program or set jobs efficiently.
• Strong understanding of precision engineering and tight tolerances.
• Commitment to quality and safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 22 days bank holiday + stats (increases +1 day each year, max 25 days)
• Pension
• Canteen on site
• Health care
• Overtime at 1.5x pay (loads available)
• Flexible working hours
• Career progression in a growing engineering company

What next?

⦁ Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment and the people you will work with!

⦁ If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booked on a site visit then please contact Tom Edney on 07823 402 034 for more information or send an email to tedney@wftech.co.uk

⦁ Immediate starts are available!

WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions.

Our Specialist Consultants will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer best advice on your next step!! We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.

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