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CNC Machinist
Job in
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
STR Group Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
CNC Machinist - (Programmer / Setter / Operator)
Location:
Poole
c.£40k
An established UK manufacturer with a long-standing heritage in precision engineering is looking to recruit an experienced Sliding Head CNC Machinist to join its machine shop team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a high quality, technically driven manufacturing environment producing close-tolerance components for a wide range of industrial applications.
The role will suit a confident Programmer / Setter / Operator with strong experience on sliding head CNC lathes who enjoys problem-solving, optimisation, and working to exacting standards.
Key Responsibilities Programming- Program sliding head CNC lathes using G-code and/or offline CAM software
- Optimise programs to improve cycle times, tooling efficiency, and part quality
- Edit and improve existing programs to resolve machining or quality issues
- Set, prove out, and operate sliding head CNC machines (e.g. Citizen, Tornos)
- Select, prepare, and set cutting tools, guide bushes, and work-holding equipment
- Produce components to engineering drawings and specifications
- Monitor machine performance and adjust offsets as required
- Inspect components using micrometers, verniers, gauges, and other measuring equipment
- Ensure all parts meet tolerance, quality, and surface finish requirements
- Maintain high health and safety standards at all times
- Report any safety concerns immediately
- Ensure full compliance with company procedures and statutory regulations>
About You- Proven experience programming, setting, and operating sliding head CNC lathes
- Strong understanding of close-tolerance machining
- Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Methodical, quality-focused, and safety-conscious
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Join a stable, well-established manufacturing business
- Work with modern CNC equipment and high-quality products
- Be part of a collaborative and technically focused team
- Opportunity for long-term development in a precision engineering environment
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