CNC Setter Operator in Essex

Job Title: CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator Location: Basildon, Essex Salary £17.00 – £18.00 per hour (depending on experience) Job Type Full-time / Permanent Shift pattern: Day Shift Role Overview We are seeking a skilled CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator to join our manufacturing team in Basildon. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting, operating, and maintaining CNC sliding head machines to produce high-precision components in line with engineering drawings and strict quality standards. Key Responsibilities Set and operate CNC sliding head machines (e.g. Citizen, Star, Tornos) Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Select tooling, set offsets, and make adjustments to ensure optimal performance Carry out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks using measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges) Edit and prove out programs at the machine (Fanuc / Mitsubishi controls preferred) Monitor machine performance and ensure production targets are met Troubleshoot and resolve machining or quality issues efficiently Perform routine machine maintenance and ensure a clean, safe working environment Complete production and quality documentation accurately Follow…