CNC Operator

Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL); Wellington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense engineering company in the UK seeks CNC Operators to manage the production of turned parts for large-calibre weapon systems. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience with CNC technology and the ability to read technical specifications. The role involves operating large CNC machinery, ensuring quality control, and contributing to process improvements. Opportunities for career advancement are available.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Advanced training programs

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a CNC-Operator and knowledge of working on CNC-machines.
• Fully confident in operating CNC machines on a daily basis.
• Competent in using jigs, fixtures, and a wide range of hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set-up and operate large CNC machines.
• Machine high-quality components for large calibre weapons.
• Report production metrics through the factory data collection system.

Skills

CNC operation

Reading technical drawings

Quality control

Using hand tools

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring equipment

Job description

About RWM UK

Rheinmetall Weapons and Ammunition UK (RWM UK) is part of the defence engineering company Rheinmetall AG based in Germany. We design, manufacture and support military large-calibre weapon systems used by the British Army and international customers.

About the Role

RWM UK is now starting a new production site in Telford and we are recruiting for CNC Operators (turning technology) who will be responsible for the production of turned parts, primarily barrels, for large-calibre weapon systems. Manufacturing takes place on large CNC machines.

Important: In the beginning the ramp-up of the new machinery will be the major target. Therefore a qualification period of several weeks in Germany is planned.

Position Responsibilities

• Independent preparation, set-up and operation of large CNC machines (lathes, deep-hole drilling machines, honing machines, autofrettage machines, etc.) in a 3-shift operation
• Machining of high-quality components for large calibre weapons systems up to 10m in length but very tight tolerances
• Production according to SAP production orders and production instructions
• Checking and measuring the finished components according to technical specifications and/or test plans, including regular worker self-checks during each production step
• Reporting production metrics through the factory data collection system
• Undertake any offset or minor changes to programmes
• Set up tooling and selecting correct tools for tasks
• Give input for continuous improvement of related processes, worksteps, tools, etc. to improve overall performance
• Support and work closely with maintenance to fix issues with equipment

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

Essential:

• Extensive experience as a CNC-Operator and knowledge of working on CNC-machines (turning technology)
• Ability to read and understand specifications, technical drawings, work instructions and test procedures.
• Fully confident in operating and number of CNC machines on daily basis
• Competent in using jigs and fixtures.
• Competent in using a wide range of hand tools and equipment
• Competent in use of measuring equipment for worker self checks
• Understanding and application of quality control within the production line.

Desired:

• FLT licence
• Professional experience in the defence industry

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We want Rheinmetall to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world‑class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions.