Team Lead CNC Production Planning

Rheinmetall; England; Sur place; GBP 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation package

Enhanced annual leave

Flexible working time models

Résumé du poste

A defence engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Team Leader for the production planning team at their new site in Telford. The ideal candidate will manage CNC programming and tools, lead a team, and support production processes. A background in mechanical engineering and significant experience in manufacturing are essential. The role includes a competitive compensation package and a dynamic work environment that promotes work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in manufacturing processes such as turning and milling.
• Experience in CNC programming and tool data management.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsabilités

• Manage CNC programs and tool data for production.
• Adapt and create CNC programs as needed.
• Support production efficiency and continuous improvement activities.

Connaissances

CNC programming

People management

Mechanical engineering

Technical drawing interpretation

Formation

Completed studies in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Outils

TopSolid

Teamcenter

Exapt

Description du poste

What We Are Looking For

RWM UK is now starting a new production site in Telford. Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions 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.

The individual in this role will report directly to the Production Manager and be responsible for the production planning team and the tool management/administration. As Team Leader you will ensure the ramp‑up of the production by providing the tools and CNC‑Programs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for CNC‑Programs and Tools and Data Management for the production of large‑calibre weapon systems
• Manage all aspects of people management
• Adaptation of CNC programmes and, if necessary, creation of new ones
• Setting up systems (e.g. Top Solid and Exapt) and maintenance of master data information
• Definition and procurement of required tools, clamping, auxiliary and measuring equipment
• Support the Production Manager in achieving production KPI’s (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery & People) targets and actively participate with continuous improvement activities (production efficiency, OEE, operating cost reduction, safety, PPS & 5S)
• Supporting the production and acceptance of new machines and systems

Qualifications You Should Have

• Completed studies in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Significant leadership experience in the manufacturing processes of turning, milling in shift operation
• Significant experience in CNC programming and Tool‑data‑management (e.g. TopSolid, Teamcenter, Exapt)
• Be able to read and interpret technical drawings to understand specifications, tolerances and required materials to carry out the task.

What We Offer You

Rheinmetall is establishing a new production site for large calibre barrels in Telford – and you have the opportunity to join the company at this exciting time of growth and be involved in setting up the new plant from the very beginning.

The business will offer a competitive compensation package, enhanced annual leave and much more. In addition, you will find a creative and dynamic work environment with flexible working time models ensuring a good work‑life balance.

Contact Information

For more information contact Iwona Kurpiewska – [e-mail]