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Date Added: Tue 17/02/2026

CNC Sliding Head Machinist 6784

Coventry, CV1, UK
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Company: FIRST BASE

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £17.77/hour

CNC Sliding Head Machinist 6784

Location: Coventry
Hours: Double days
Salary: £17.77 an hour

Key Responsibilities of a CNC Sliding Head Machinist

* Setting and operating CNC sliding head machines to produce precision components to tight tolerances.

* Working with materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, brass and plastics.

* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to ensure accurate manufacture.

* Editing programmes and making offset adjustments using Fanuc or similar controls.

* Carrying out first off inspection and in process quality checks using micrometers, verniers and gauges.

* Ensuring machines are maintained, tooling is replaced as required and downtime is minimised.

* Working to production schedules while maintaining high quality standards.

* Adhering to health and safety procedures at all times.

* Key Skills of a CNC Sliding Head Machinist

* Proven experience setting and operating CNC sliding head machines.

* Strong understanding of Fanuc controls or similar systems.

* Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.

* Experience working to tight tolerances within a precision engineering environment.

* Competent using a range of measuring equipment.

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

* Flexible approach to shifts and overtime where required.

Key Skills of a CNC Sliding Head Machinist

* Previous experience setting and operating CNC sliding head machines within a precision engineering or automotive environment.

* Strong understanding of Fanuc controls.

* Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.

* Experience producing components to tight tolerances.

* Confident using a range of inspection and measuring equipment.

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality work.

* Able to work effectively as part of a team in a fast paced manufacturing environment
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