CNC Programmer

ASSA ABLOY Group; North East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

PC Henderson, based in County Durham, UK, is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to join our production team. You will program, set and operate CNC lathes and machining centres (Hurco, Haas, Bridgeport) to manufacture production and prototype components from engineering drawings.

As a time-served engineer with extensive CNC experience, you will develop robust machining methods, optimise tooling and processes, perform first‑off inspections, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring quality,

Qualifications

• Skilled, time‑served engineer with extensive CNC machining experience.
• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning and milling machines.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and perform first‑off inspections.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC lathes and machining centres (Hurco, Haas, Bridgeport).
• Develop, modify, and optimise CNC programs to improve efficiency and cycle times.
• Interpret drawings, maintain setup sheets, and document processes.
• Assist new product introduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance to operators and ensure quality and safety standards.

Skills

CNC Machining

Programming CNC

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Hurco machines

Haas machines

Bridgeport machines

Fanuc control

Yasnac control

Job description

Can you bring your CNC Programming skills to our Production Team based in Durham, UK where you can enjoy a cooperative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of.

What you would do as our CNC Programmer

As our CNC Programmer, you will play a key role within the CNC manufacturing team at PC Henderson, taking responsibility for programming, setting and operating CNC turning and milling machines to assist both established production requirements and the introduction of new products and prototype components. Working in a hands‑on manufacturing environment, you will develop efficient and repeatable machining processes, optimise machine performance, maintain the highest quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.

The successful candidate will be a skilled, time‑served engineer with extensive CNC machining experience and strong technical expertise. Confident working from engineering drawings through to first‑off inspection, approval and full production release, you will be accountable for developing robust machining methods, producing high‑integrity precision components, and ensuring consistent manufacturing performance. You will be capable of working independently while contributing to the ongoing development of the manufacturing team, assisting new product introduction activities and helping to deliver safe, efficient and reliable production processes.

You would also:

• Program, set, and operate CNC lathes and machining centres, including Hurco, Haas, and Bridgeport machinery, to manufacture both production and prototype components.
• Develop, modify, and optimise CNC programs using Fanuc, Yasnac, and Hurco conversational control systems to improve machining efficiency, quality, and cycle times.
• Select appropriate tooling, work holding solutions, and machining methods, while maintaining accurate setup sheets, tooling records, and process documentation.
• Interpret engineering drawings, carry out first‑off inspections, monitor machine performance, and ensure components meet quality standards using precision measuring equipment.
• Assist new product introduction and continuous improvement initiatives, provide technical guidance to operators, and maintain compliance with quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.

The Skills And Experience You Need

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a strong CNC Machinist with extensive experience in CNC turning and milling, assisted by an HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering .
• Is a highly skilled in programming, setting, and operating CNC machine tools, including machining centres and lathes using Fanuc, Yasnac, and Hurco conversational systems .
• Has experience with Hurco, Haas, and Bridgeport machinery, including Haas SL-20 lathes, and capable of developing machining processes from engineering drawings through to production .
• Has strong technical knowledge of machining techniques, cutting tools, feeds and speeds, work holding, engineering drawings, geometric tolerances, and quality inspection processes .
• Is a proactive problem-solver with experience machining a wide range of materials, using precision measuring equipment, and working effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Who Will I Be Working With

PC Henderson is a market leader in sliding and folding door hardware solutions. Established in 1921, PC Henderson has been creating the highest quality sliding and folding door hardware for over 100 years. Our products can be seen in a wide variety of residential, commercial and industrial applications across the world.

Based in County Durham, UK, our manufacturing plant is one of the most advanced of its kind, constantly achieving strict ISO9001 & 14001 standards. We also have offices in Ireland, the Netherlands and China along with an extensive network of distributors and representatives across the globe – exporting to over 70 countries worldwide.

PC Henderson is part of the ASSA ABLOY group, the global leader in access solutions.

What We Offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:

• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.
• A competitive salary and incentive scheme.
• Variety of benefits including Holiday Flex, Cycle 2 Work, attractive company pension, discount portal, recognition scheme and wellbeing program… to name just a few.

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Nadia Aslam, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, at [e-mail].

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To find out more about us, visit www.assaabloy.com

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.