CNC Operator (Milling Technology)

Rheinmetall; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering company in the UK is seeking skilled CNC Operators to join their new production site in Telford. The role involves operating CNC machines, ensuring high-quality component production for large-calibre weapon systems. Applicants should have vocational training as a CNC-Operator and relevant experience. The position offers personal development opportunities and the chance to contribute to significant projects in the defence sector.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Support for personal advancement

Involvement in pioneering projects

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC machining with large CNC machines.
• Ability to understand specifications and technical drawings.
• Strong motivation and excellent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate large CNC machines for production.
• Check and measure components according to specifications.
• Report production metrics through the factory data system.

Skills

CNC machining

Operating CNC machines

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Completed vocational training as a CNC-Operator

Tools

CNC machines

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

About Us

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.

RWM UK is now starting a new production site in Telford and we are recruiting for CNC Operators who will be responsible for the production of milled parts, primarily breech blocks and related components, for large‑calibre weapon systems. Manufacturing takes place on large CNC machines, 5‑axis‑machines in a 3‑shift operation.

Important: For some work steps, training may take place at the main plant in Unterlüß (Germany), while for other work steps, intensive on‑site training will be provided.

Position Responsibilities

• Independent preparation, set‑up and operation of large CNC machines (5‑axis‑machines)
• Machining of high‑quality components for large calibre weapons systems with 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

• Completed vocational training as an CNC‑Operator
• Experience as a CNC‑Operator and knowledge of working on CNC‑machines (milling technology or similar)
• Ability to read and understand specifications, technical drawings, work instructions and test procedures
• Fully confident in operating a number of CNC machines on a 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
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, as part of a team, or individually
• Motivated and disciplined with an excellent work ethic, technical aptitude, a continuous improvement mind‑set and can demonstrate attention to detail
• Motivated to set up a new production for large calibre weapons systems in the UK (Telford)

Desired

• SC clearance
• Crane and 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.