Quality Measurement Technician

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.

• 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.

• 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

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