Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK (RWM UK) is part of the defence engineering company Rheinmetall AG based in 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.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer will lead a specialist team in a high-precision environment, responsible for CNC programming, tooling strategy, and manufacturing manufacturing data systems, working closely with Production and Engineering to ensure a smooth and efficient start of the production
The individual will be responsible for:
- Responsible for CNC-Programs and Tools and Data Management for the production of large-calibre weapon systems
- Manage all aspects of people management
- Adaptation of CNC programmes and, if necessary, creation of new ones
- Setting up systems (e.g. Top Solid and Exapt) and maintenance of master data information
- Definition and procurement of required tools, clamping, auxiliary and measuring equipment
- Support the Production Manager in achieving production KPI’s (e.g. Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery & People) targets and actively participate with continuous improvement activities (e.g. production efficiency, OEE, operating cost reduction, safety, PPS & 5S).
- Supporting the production and acceptance of new machines and systems
