CNC Tool Room Setter

Rheinmetall; Telford; Sur place; GBP 25 000 - 35 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Personal development opportunities

Career advancement options

Résumé du poste

A leading defense engineering company in the UK is looking for an entry-level tool assembler to support large-calibre weapon systems. The role involves assembling cutting tools, managing tool data, and collaborating with the maintenance team in a multi-shift environment. Ideal candidates will have CNC experience, technical drawing proficiency, and a strong attention to detail. This position offers a chance for personal development and career advancement in the defense sector.

Qualifications

• Experience as a CNC-Operator or tool mechanic.
• Ability to read technical drawings and work instructions.
• Willingness to work in a multi-shift pattern.

Responsabilités

• Pick and assemble cutting tools according to specifications.
• Conduct technical assessments of tool conditions.
• Monitor order stocks and manage inspections.

Connaissances

CNC-Operator experience

Measuring tools

IT systems proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Outils

CNC machines

Zoller tool setters

SAP

Description du poste

About the Company

Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Ltd. (RWM UK) is part of Germanies largest defence engineering company Rheinmetall AG based in Düsseldorf (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.

Job Overview

The job holder is responsible for the tool assembly for the large‑calibre weapon systems. In addition to assembly, this includes storage, management, adjustments and ordering of tools. Manufacturing takes place on large CNC machines, e.g. lathes, deep‑hole drilling machines, honing machines, autofrettage machines, etc., in a 3‑shift operation.

Position Responsibilities

• Picking and assembly of cutting tools according to parts lists and drawings in multi‑shift operation
• Technical assessment of wear, damage and other deviations in a tool
• Support and work closely with maintenance to fix issues with equipment
• Determination and documentation of relevant tool data using Zoller tool setters and conventional measuring equipment
• Withdrawal and access entries in Exapt PDM (production data management)
• Adapt tools as required by grinding, milling, etc.
• Monitoring of order stocks, reporting of requirements, goods receipt inspection, regular stock inventories
• Constructive cooperation with work preparation

Qualifications

• Experience as a CNC‑Operator and knowledge of working on CNC‑machines (turning / milling technology), as a tool mechanic or similar
• Professional experience in assembling and measuring tools
• Ability to read and understand specifications, technical drawings, work instructions and test procedures
• Enjoy working with various IT systems (Expat, Zoller, SAP) and have knowledge of standard office applications
• Willingness to work in a multi‑shift‑pattern
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, as part of a team, or individually
• Motivated and disciplined with an excellent work ethic, technical aptitude, 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)

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.

Contact Information: [e-mail]

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing