Bevel Gear Machinist in Huddersfield

Job Title: Bevel Gear Machinist / Bevel Gear Cutter

Location: Huddersfield

Hours & Holidays: Full-time role working Monday to Friday working 7:30 am till 4pm

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per year + overtime

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Bevel Gear Machinist to join a manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining Gleason gear cutting machines to produce high-precision bevel gears, including straight, spiral, and hypoid gears. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong machining expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and program Gleason bevel gear cutting machines (e.g. Phoenix series, Coniflex, Revacycle).
• Cut, shape, and finish straight, spiral, and hypoid bevel gears to tight tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutters, and fixtures for each job.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
• Follow all health, safety, and quality standards at all times.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Bevel Gear Machinist / Gear Cutter.
• Strong working knowledge of Gleason gear cutting machines.
• Experience producing bevel gears (straight, spiral, and/or hypoid).
• Ability to read and understand complex technical drawings.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools and inspection techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

• CNC programming experience on Gleason systems.
• Experience working to ISO or similar quality standards.
• Background in aerospace, automotive, or heavy engineering environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000, dependent on experience.
• Overtime available.
• Same working hours and holiday entitlement as existing employees.
• Stable, long-term employment in a specialist manufacturing environment.
• Opportunity to work with high‑precision equipment and skilled professionals.