Cnc Programmer

Company: Rocket Staffing Group Ltd
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Location: Rugby
Job Description:

CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator – Sliding Head Turning £15.00 – £19.00 per hour | Rugby, Warwickshire | Days (Mon-Thu, 6am-4pm)

A well-established precision engineering manufacturer is looking for an experienced Sliding Head CNC Turning specialist to join its expanding production team in Rugby. You’ll be working in a modern machining environment, producing high-precision components across a diverse range of industries and materials.

The Role

  • Program and edit CNC programs using Fanuc controls
  • Set and operate Sliding Head Turning machines safely and efficiently
  • Produce first-off components to engineering drawings and quality standards
  • Manage tooling wear, offsets and tool life throughout production runs
  • Carry out in-process inspection using a range of measurement equipment
  • Accurately record production, setting and scrap data within production systems
  • Support continuous improvement, TPM and routine machine maintenance activities
  • Maintain a clean, organised and well-run working environment

What We’re Looking For

You’ll bring a solid background in Sliding Head CNC Turning, ideally with hands-on experience of Star machines and Fanuc controls.

  • A strong grasp of tooling, cutting data, machining strategies and material behaviour
  • Experience working with aluminium, steel, titanium and Inconel
  • Confidence using inspection equipment and first-principles measurement
  • A keen eye for detail and a quality-focused, proactive approach

You as a Person

You’re reliable, self-motivated and comfortable taking ownership of your work. You communicate well, collaborate with those around you and bring a positive, practical attitude to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

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Posted: June 6th, 2026