Tooling Specialist
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Tool Room Specialist
Telford | Onsite | Shift Work |Perm, Full Time |
What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
New, clean , temperature controlled & modern working environment
Advanced 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 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 standards
- Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
- Experience as a Tool Setter and knowledge of working on CNC-machines (turning / milling technology), as a tool mechanic or similar
- Professional 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 (Exapt, Zoller, SAP) and have knowledge of standard office applications
- Knowledge of cutting tool geometry, feeds and speeds.
- 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
- 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
Free on site car park
Career development opportunities
Excellent Training Opportunities
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