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Contact Rheinmetall Defense Ltd

Rheinmetall Defense Ltd

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CNC Tool Room Setter

Shropshire

Rheinmetall Defense Ltd

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
18 days ago
Salary
Competitive
Recruiter
Rheinmetall Defense Ltd
Closes
10 Sep 2026
Course
No
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer
Contract Type
Permanent

Description

Tool Room Setter

Telford Onsite Shift Work Perm, Full Time

Be Part of a New Manufacturing Company in Telford, UK.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

New, clean , temperature controlled & modern working environmentAdvances CNC Technology & high-precision engineeringExcellent Job SecurityCompetitive salary package Convenient Telford location Real opportunities to develop and progressAbout Rheinmetall

One of Europe's most modern production facilities is currently being setup in Telford - the "UK Gun Hall" project.

Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Limited (RWM UK) - a wholly owned subsidiary of the Rheinmetall Group and part of the Weapon and Ammunition Division - is Rheinmetall's centre of excellence for the production and maintenance of large calibre weapon systems in the United Kingdom.

What You Will Do

Build and assemble tooling from engineering drawings, setup sheets and BOMs.Preset tooling using Zoller pre-setters and verify tool length, diameter and offsets.Inspect tooling for wear, damage and runout using precision measuring equipment.Maintain standard tooling assemblies and tool identification systems.Manage tooling inventory in KARDEX-Shuttles, ordering, goods receipt and stock accuracy.Maintain tooling records in SAP/Exapt and update tooling databases.Modify tooling by grinding, milling or minor fitting where required.Support CNC operators during machine setup and first-off production.Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend improvements to increase tool life and productivity.Work closely with Work preparation, Maintenance and Production to support continuous improvement.Maintain housekeeping and 5S standardsComply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.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 similarProfessional experience in assembling and measuring tools (preferably Zoller)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 applicationsKnowledge of cutting tool geometry, feeds and speeds.Willingness to work in a multi-shift-patternAbility to work with minimal supervision, as part of a Team, or individuallyMotivated and disciplined with an excellent work ethic, technical aptitude, continuous improvement mind-set and can demonstrate attention to detailMotivated to set up a new production for large calibre weapons systems in the UK (Telford)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 really exciting time of growth and be involved in setting up the new plant from the very beginning.

What do we offer:

Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysPrivate Healthcare PlanEmployer pension contribution up to 6% matched by employerFree on site car parkCareer development opportunitiesExcellent Training OpportunitiesCONTACT INFORMATION

For More Information Contact

Iwona Kurpiewska

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Important: A training may take place at the main plant in Unterl (Germany), while for other work steps, intensive on-site training will be provided.

Closing date for applications: 18.01.2026

Work Location: Telford

Working Hours : 40hrs per week

Contract type: Full Time, Perm.

Ad ID: 5418895647

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