Contact Rheinmetall Defense Ltd
Rheinmetall Defense Ltd
CNC Tool Room Setter
Shropshire
Contact Rheinmetall Defense Ltd
- 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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