Sliding Head Lathe Engineer Location: Bolton area
Pay: £19.00 – £22.00 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
Friday: 7:30am – 1:00pm
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity An established and growing precision engineering and manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Sliding Head Lathe Engineer / CNC Setter, Operator & Programmer to join its production team.
This is a skilled role for an experienced CNC machinist who is confident setting, operating and programming Star and Citizen sliding head lathes to manufacture small, complex and high-precision components.
You'll be working in a quality-focused production environment where accuracy, efficiency and the ability to solve problems at the machine are essential.
The Role As a Sliding Head Lathe Engineer, you will be responsible for setting, operating and programming sliding head CNC lathes to produce precision components to drawing specifications, quality standards and production targets.
Your responsibilities will include:
Setting, operating and programming Star and Citizen sliding head lathes .
Creating, proving out and editing CNC programmes at the machine.
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, customer specifications, route cards and inspection requirements.
Selecting and setting tooling, collets, guide bushes, material feeds, bar feeds and machine offsets.
Carrying out first-off inspections and regular in-process checks.
Using measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, gauges and comparators.
Maintaining tight tolerances and ensuring components meet dimensional and visual quality standards.
Identifying and resolving machining issues including tool wear, chatter, swarf control and surface finish problems.
Optimising cycle times, tooling life and machine performance.
Supporting new product introduction and process improvement.
Completing production and inspection documentation accurately.
Carrying out basic machine maintenance and maintaining good housekeeping.
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Sliding Head Lathe Engineer in Bolton employer: Contek Recruitment Solutions.
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing engineering firm that values innovation and excellence in project management. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities, alongside a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and creativity. Based in Coventry, our team enjoys the unique advantage of working on diverse projects across various industries, providing a fulfilling and rewarding experience for those looking to make a significant impact in their field.
Contact Details:
Contek Recruitment Solutions. Recruitment Team
