Sliding Head Machinist 6890
First Base Employment Limited
| Company | First Base Employment Limited |
| Category | Manufacturing |
| Location | Thrupp |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 2 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Sliding Head Machinist 6890
Location:
Stroud, Gloucestershire
Hours:
Day Shift
Salary:
£17.50 – £18.00 per hour dependent on experience
Key Responsibilities of a CNC Setter Operator – Sliding Head:
• 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 of a CNC Setter Operator – Sliding Head:
• 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 practices
• Experience using inspection equipment including micrometers and verniers
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
To be considered for this role, please email your CV to [email protected] or call Zee Powell on 01453 755330.
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