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Cnc Operator

Rheinmetall Defense Ltd
Telford
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Posted: 13 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 03 September 2026
Ref: 225298346

CNC Operator

Ref. no.: UK00877

Contract type: Permanent Full-Time

Company: Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Ltd

Location: Telford, Shropshire

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

CNC Operator - Milling 

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

Telford |Onsite | Perm, Full Time | Shift Work |

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

  • New, clean , temperature controlled & modern working environment
  • Advances CNC Technology & high-precision engineering
  • Excellent Job Security
  • Competitive salary package 
  • Convenient Telford location 
  • Real opportunities to develop and progress

About 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 be Doing

  • Preparation, set-up and operation of large CNC machines (CNC milling machines, including 5-axis machines, wire eroding machines, grinding machines, etc.) in a 3-shift operation
  • Machining of high-quality components for large calibre weapons systems with 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
  • Selecting correct tools for tasks according to SWI
  • Give input for continuous improvement of related processes, worksteps, tools, etc. to improve overall performance
  • Report to and support maintenance to fix issues with equipment

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

  • Experience as a CNC-Operator and knowledge of working on CNC-machines (Milling technology)
  • Ability to read and understand specifications, technical drawings, work instructions and test procedures.
  • Competent in using jigs and fixtures.
  • Competent in using hand tools and equipment
  • Competent in use of measuring equipment for worker self checks
  • Understanding and application of quality control within the production line.
  • Motivated and disciplined with an excellent work ethic, technical aptitude, continuous improvement mind-set and can demonstrate attention to detail.

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 market
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Private Healthcare Plan
  • Employer pension contribution up to 6% matched by employer
  • Career development opportunities
  • Excellent Training Opportunities

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