Quality Measurement Specialist

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Quality Measurement Specialist
Telford | Onsite | Shift Work |Perm, Full Time | Advert Closing Date 01/08/2026
About RWM
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.
Position Overview
Quality Measurement Specialist will work in a small team, with tasks for measuring barrels, breech blocks and breech rings. The production steps are coordinated with CNC-operators based on the measuring results. The reports are entered into SAP and other data management systems.
Intensive training will take place on the job in our Telford facility.
Position Responsibilities:
* Operating Zeiss and Hexagon CMM machines or similar, including set-up, alignment, fixture loading, programme selection and measurement execution in line with inspection plans
* Inspection of mechanically processed components during and after production using hand-held measuring instruments, testing, electronic measuring devices or 3D measuring machines, e.g. Zeiss Prismo or similar
* Testing components in accordance with test instructions, including the preparation of corresponding test reports
* Reviewing and communicating measurement results to CNC operators and production leadership so machining decisions are based on verified data
* Feedback of test procedures and results to the BDE system
* Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards
* Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
Essential:
* Completed vocational training as an industrial mechanic, CMM operator, CNC operator or comparable
* Experience ideally in the dimensional inspection and CMM measurement of mechanically machined components
* Confident in reading complex technical drawings and creating measurement concepts
* Experience operating Zeiss and/or Hexagon CMM measuring machines, ideally with Zeiss CALYPSO and Hexagon measurement software such as PC-DMIS where applicable
* Competent in the use of conventional and electronic measuring equipment, including micrometers, vernier/digital calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, dial indicators and thread, plug or ring gauges
* Confident in following inspection plans, recording results accurately and raising out-of-tolerance or equipment issues promptly
* Willingness to work in a 3-shift pattern
* Structured and independent way of working, team and communication skills, flexibility and reliability
* Motiv
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
We want Rheinmetall to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions.
* 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