AFT Fluorotec Ltd
CNC Sliding Head Setter-Programmer
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£32k - £45k
AFT Fluorotec is growing its sliding head cell and we're looking for an experienced operator, setter, and programmer to join a full-time team producing precision components in PTFE and other engineering plastics. You'll work across a range of machine sizes within the cell, with genuine opportunity to develop your skills and progress as the business expands.
This is a hands-on production role within an AS9100D accredited manufacturer. You'll be working alongside a skilled and supportive engineering team who will back you as you build on your sliding head experience.
We're looking for someone with proven experience operating sliding head (Swiss type) lathes, whether CNC or cam operated, and who is confident working across different machine sizes and capabilities. Setting experience is essential, and programming experience - whether conversational or CAD/CAM - would set you apart from other candidates. You should be comfortable reading and working from engineering drawings and specifications, and have a strong understanding of tolerances, finishes, and quality standards in precision manufacture. Experience machining plastics or engineering polymers is a real advantage.
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In return, we're offering a competitive salary dependent on experience, a place in a growing and well-invested sliding head cell within an established, AS9100D accredited precision manufacturer, and genuine progression opportunities as the business expands.
If you have sliding head experience and want to build a long-term career with a company that's investing in its future, we would like to hear from you.
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