CNC Turner

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.

Location:

Telford, Shropshire (on-site)

Contract:

Perm, 40 hrs per week

Working hours:

Shift work is planned

Start Date:

ASAP
Vacancies:
Multiple

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something built from the ground up. You will join a brand‑new, modern manufacturing facility, working in a clean, well‑organised environment with the latest CNC technology and processes being set up from scratch. You will be part of a new, highly skilled CNC team, working alongside experienced operators who will shortly start their unique training with Rheinmetall experts in Germany.

You will work on highly specialised, niche products, gaining experience that few manufacturing roles can offer.

• Independent preparation, set‑up and operation of large CNC machines (lathes, deep‑hole drilling machines, honing machines, autofrettage machines, etc.)
• 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

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.

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

• Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare Plan
• Employer pension contribution up to 6% matched by employer
• Free on site car park
• Career development opportunities
• Excellent Training Opportunities