Tool Shop Specialist

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Ltd. (RWM UK) is part of

Germanies largest defence engineering company Rheinmetall AG based

in D sseldorf (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.

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

The individual will be responsible for:

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

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

• 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.