Sliding Head CNC Setter Operator - Chichester, PO19 7BJ

We are seeking an experienced Sliding Head CNC Machine Setter/Operator to join our production team. This role focuses on the setup and operation of sliding head lathes (e.g., Citizen, Star, Hanwha, Tornos) to produce precision components in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities:

- Set up and operate sliding head CNC lathes (Citizen, Star, Hanwha, Tornos) to meet production targets. - Load raw materials, monitor barfeeders, and manage tool offsets and cutting conditions. - Edit and adjust CNC programs to ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances. - Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring equipment. - Accurately document inspection results and production data for traceability. - Conduct checks on unmanned overnight runs and isolate non-conforming parts. - Maintain proper fluid levels, replace cutting tools, and ensure machine readiness. - Operate other machinery within the department as required. - Follow health and safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills and Experience:

- Proven experience operating sliding head CNC machines such as Citizen, Star, Hanwha, or Tornos. - Familiar with barfeeder setup, cutting tools, and sliding head machine operations. - GCSEs in Maths and English. - Ability to interpret technical drawings and CNC code. - Skilled in the use of micrometers, vernier calipers, height gauges, and optical projectors. - Understanding of machining processes and material characteristics. - Experience in a production environment with quality and efficiency targets. - Good communication, teamworking skills, and reliability. - Basic computer proficiency for documentation and control systems.

Desirable

- Experience with Hurco machines or manual machining. - Background in part assembly or secondary operations.. - Recognised engineering or technical qualifications

What we offer:

- Competitive salary - Discretionary bonus - Up to 5% matched pension contribution - 4x annual salary life assurance - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - Extra paid day off for your birthday - Additional holiday purchase scheme - Paid day off for volunteering - Reward Gateway - Eyecare vouchers - UK Sharesave Scheme

Hours: 7.5 hours/day between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM , with some flexibility.

As part of the Essentra Group, Wixroyd is one of the UKs biggest online engineering component suppliers and has gained a reputation for high quality, innovative products.

Continued year-on-year sales growth offers exciting opportunities for staff to work in a face paced, dynamic work environment where an employees hard work and commitment are recognised.

We believe in "Delivering a Range of Endless Possibilities" for our customer, our colleagues and the company. As a company we acknowledge the part we play in satisfying the needs of our team members and will do our part to support you.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK. Documentary evidence will be requested at interview.