Cnc Programmer Setter

CNC Sliding Head Supervisor / Programmer setter

Location: Blackburn area
Salary: competitive salary + weekly shift premium
Shifts: Double Days (flexible – choose Days only, Lates only, or rotate)
Overtime: Almost always guaranteed
Benefits: 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays, statutory pension, sick pay scheme

The Opportunity

We’re recruiting for a precision engineering firm that’s heavily invested in its workshop and continuing to expand its CNC turning section.
They’re looking for a skilled CNC Sliding Head Programmer/Setter/Operator with experience on managing Star machines (other sliding experience considered) to join their growing team.

You’ll be producing high-precision components across a range of projects and have the opportunity to develop across other turning platforms — including single/twin spindle and turret machines. For the right person, there’s a clear path into a Shopfloor Lead / Manager role as the business continues to grow.

The Role

• Managing, setting and operating sliding head lathes, with the option to working on other twin spindle, or twin turret lathes.

• Working from engineering drawings to tight tolerances

• Optimising programs for quality, efficiency, and cycle time

• Occasional support across other CNC turning machines

Working Hours

Flexible Double Day shifts – pick what suits you best:
Days: Mon – Thur, or Mon – Fri early finish 
Lates: Mon –Thur, or Mon – Fri early finish
(Option to work either shift permenant or alternate weekly)

Why Join?

• Guaranteed overtime – steady workflow all year round

• Modern, well-equipped workshop – major investment in recent years

• Clear progression – chance to move into a management / lead position

• Supportive environment – solid management, straightforward culture

• Flexible shifts – days, lates, or rotating options to suit lifestyle