Sliding Head Operator

Job Title: Sliding Head Operator

Location: Cupar, Fife

Pay: £19-£22p/h DOE

Working hours: Dayshift / backshift rotation (2 weeks) - uplift applied for backshift weeks (time and 8th e.g. if on £19p/h the uplift will take you to £21.37p/h)

Contract: Temporary to permanent

A well-established precision engineering company based in Cupar, Fife is looking to recruit an experienced Sliding Head Operator to join its growing manufacturing team. Supplying high-quality precision components to sectors including aerospace, telecommunications, defence, medical, and motorsport industries across the UK, USA, Europe, and the Far East, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and technical excellence.

The Role

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Sliding Head Operator based in Cupar, Fife. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, programming, and operating Sliding Head CNC machines while ensuring production is carried out efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

Setting up and operating Sliding Head CNC machines
Programming and editing machines using Celos conversational controls
Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
Carrying out quality checks and inspections throughout production
Maintaining machinery, tooling, and equipment for optimal performance
Troubleshooting machining and production issues
Collaborating with team members to support efficient manufacturing processes
Following workplace safety procedures and quality standards at all times

Requirements

Proven experience operating Sliding Head CNC machines
Strong understanding of Star Sliding Heads
Ability to set, programme, and operate machines confidently and independently
Experience using modern CAD/CAM software
Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and precision machining
Knowledge of inspection techniques and quality control processes
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to workplace safety and equipment maintenance

Desirable

Experience within aerospace, medical, or precision engineering sectors
Relevant CNC machining or engineering qualifications/certifications

**please note candidates must be able to provide at least 1 reference from previously employment doing the same job, or similar **

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