CNC Sliding Head
Holt Engineering · Reading, South East
CNC Sliding Head at Holt Engineering, based in Reading, South East, paying £18.00 - £19.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £18.00 - £19.00 per hour
- Location
- Reading, South East
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 month ago
- Closes
- 2 Sep 2026
- Sector
- CNC Machinist
13% below the typical rate for cnc machinist
Reference https://holtengineering.co.uk/job/cnc-sliding-head/
About the role
Poole
£18.00 – £19.00 per hour
- A well-established precision engineering business is looking to recruit an experienced CNC Turner to join its manufacturing team in Poole.
- This is a hands-on opportunity for a skilled CNC Turner who is confident programming, setting and operating CNC lathes within a busy engineering environment.
- The role would suit someone who enjoys producing high-quality components, working with modern CNC machinery and supporting efficient day-to-day production.
As a CNC Turner, your responsibilities will include:
- Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
- Working with live tooling and multi-axis lathes.
- Supporting sliding head machining operations where required.
- Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings.
- Carrying out first-off and in-process inspections using measuring equipment.
- Making programme and offset adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Ensuring machines are set and running effectively to achieve production targets.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
- To be considered for this CNC Turner position, you’ll need:
- Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
- Experience working with live tooling and/or multi-axis machines including sliding heads.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong understanding of machining tolerances and inspection processes.
- High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality components.
- A reliable, hands-on approach to manufacturing.
- Desirable Experience
- The following experience would be advantageous:
- Fanuc or similar CNC controls.
- Sliding head machining.
- Precision engineering environments.
- Producing complex components to tight tolerances.
- £18.00 – £19.00 per hour
- Full-time, stable position.
- Opportunity to work within a well-established precision engineering business.
- Varied and interesting machining work.
- Supportive and experienced workshop environment.
- Long-term development opportunities.
If you’re an experienced CNC Turner looking for your next opportunity in Poole, we’d like to hear from you.
Reference: https://holtengineering.co.uk/job/cnc-sliding-head/ · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 2 Sep 2026 · Listed via Holt Engineering
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