Skilled Sliding Head CNC Machinist

Skilled Sliding Head CNC Machinist
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire (Onsite)
Competitive Salary + Shift Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Aerospace / Precision Engineering
Permanent

The Opportunity We are currently supporting a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation in Tewkesbury in the search for an experienced Skilled Sliding Head CNC Machinist to join their high-performing precision engineering team.
This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a globally recognised aerospace business producing complex precision components to extremely tight tolerances. The company offers a strong engineering culture, long-term stability, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate Star Sliding Head CNC lathes
• Manufacture precision aerospace components to tight tolerances and exacting quality standards
• Conduct in-process inspection and self-certification using manual and automated metrology equipment
• Interpret engineering drawings, inspection plans, and technical documentation
• Support continuous improvement and problem-solving activities across manufacturing operations
• Apply lean manufacturing principles including 5S and standardised working practices
• Carry out basic preventative maintenance and machine care activities

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Proven experience setting and operating sliding head lathes (Star machinery preferred)
• A completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification
• Experience working within a precision engineering or aerospace manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of machining to tight tolerances
• Competence using a range of inspection and measurement equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings in both metric and imperial
• Good understanding of GD&T principles
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work proactively and independently
• A positive team-focused attitude and commitment to quality

Shift Pattern (2-Week Rotating Shift)

AM Shift

• Monday – Thursday: 06:00 – 14:15
• Friday: 06:15 – 11:45

PM Shift

• Monday – Tuesday: 14:00 – 21:15
• Wednesday – Thursday: 14:00 – 21:30
• Friday: 11:30 – 19:30

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary plus shift allowance
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Generous pension scheme (up to 6% employer contribution)
• Life assurance and share scheme
• Onsite gym facilities
• Free parking and EV charging
• Wellbeing and financial support programmes
• Excellent training, development, and career progression opportunities

About the Company Our client is a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer with a reputation for engineering excellence, innovation, and quality. They are committed to investing in both technology and people, creating an environment where skilled engineers can develop and thrive long term.