CNC Programmer (3-5 Axis) – CAM Specialist

Mull Group; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mull Group in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop 3- to 5-axis programs from engineering prints, 3D models and customer drawings. You will optimize tool paths, feeds, speeds and tooling selection to improve cycle times and surface finish.

Working from a job shop environment, you will collaborate with machinists on first-piece setup and program proofing, maintain programming libraries and tooling documentation, and support CAM software proficiency (Mastercam/Esprit)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience in a job-shop or production environment.
• Proficiency in Mastercam, Esprit, or comparable CAM software.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
• Working knowledge of 5-axis programming preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple jobs in progress.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs (3-axis through 5-axis) for new and rework parts using CAM software.
• Optimize tool paths, feeds, speeds, and tooling selection for cycle time and surface finish.
• Work directly from engineering prints, 3D models, and customer drawings.
• Collaborate with machinists during first-piece setup and program proofing.
• Maintain program library, post-processors, and tooling documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of CNC programming standards across the shop.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Independent worker

Job-management

Tools

Mastercam

Esprit

Job description

Mull Group in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop 3- to 5-axis programs from engineering prints, 3D models and customer drawings. You will optimize tool paths, feeds, speeds and tooling selection to improve cycle times and surface finish.

Working from a job shop environment, you will collaborate with machinists on first-piece setup and program proofing, maintain programming libraries and tooling documentation, and support CAM software proficiency (Mastercam/Esprit)