5 Axis Mill Programmer

Company Background:

Northern Hydraulics Ltd is proud to be one of the UK's top manufacturers of industry-leading precision hydraulic cylinders.

Accredited with Investor in People Silver Status, and recently recognized as a Best Managed Company by Deloitte, the business has undergone considerable expansion in recent years and continues to do so today.

As a result of exponential demand for our high-quality products, the company has ambitious expansion & investment plans for 2024 & beyond.

The Role:

To assist with our growth plans, we are currently recruiting for a 3 & 5 Axis Mill Programmer to work within our components manufacturing division. This role is an excellent opportunity for a skilled 5-Axis Mill Programmer to join our thriving precision engineering company and utilize their skillset to its fullest potential.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

· Produce Programs using CadCam Software for 5 Axis CNC Milling Machine

· Setting and Operating a 5 Axis CNC Mill to produce Machined Components

· Inspect finished work against technical engineering drawings and data supplied, ensuring that specifications and quality standards (in line with ISO: accreditation) are met

· In process inspection of goods and carrying out quality checks in line with our internal quality system

· Working to set efficiency targets

· Operating in line with company health & safety policy relative to the workshop environment

· Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality

· Maintain good housekeeping & safe working environment

· Willingness to be flexible in accordance with the business needs

· Any other duties, within reason & capability, as determined by team leader

Essential Criteria:

· Minimum of 3 years' experience in a 5 Axis CNC Setting / Programming role (Fanuc Controls)

· Meticulous quality inspection skills particularly in relation to the manufacturing of precision components

· ISO familiarisation, particularly in relation to quality standards adherence

· Computer literate with experience in the use of MRP systems

· Competent in the use of a wide range of workshop machinery

· Excellent problem solving

· Sound communication skills both verbal and written

· Strong understanding and appreciation of H & S within the workplace

Desirable Criteria:

· 5 years' + experience working in a similar role

· Strong Experience in Programming using CADCAM Software.

· Strong experience in the use of G-Code

· Familiarisation with Fanuc control systems

· People management & training experience

· Precision engineering experience

· Engineering qualification (CNC specialism)

· Automation experience would be advantageous

What we offer:

· Top rates on offer (DOE)

· Overtime regularly available (payable at enhanced rates)

· Westfield Health cover

· High specification machinery, tooling & PPE

· Bike to work scheme

· Savings scheme

· Free car parking

· Plus, much more…

Hours of Work:

Day Shift

Monday – Thursday: 07:30-16:30

Friday: 07:30-13:30

Evening Shift

Monday to Thursday 16:45pm to 03:15am

Friday Off

Rights to work in the United Kingdom

Applicants for this role must be eligible to work legally in the United Kingdom. The successful applicant will be asked to evidence of their right to work in the UK before being formally offered the role. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, we will not be able to consider you for this role. If you are uncertain about your eligibility to work in the UK, you are encouraged to contact the UK Borders agency.

Please note:

Northern Hydraulics Ltd reserves the right to enhance essential criteria in the event of a high volume of applicants. In such an instance, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Northern Hydraulics is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing Date: 28th November 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£27,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person