Level 4 Manufacturing Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
ASMPT SMT UK LIMITED
Dorset (DT4 9TH)
Closes in 28 days (Friday 15 May 2026)
Posted on 17 April 2026
Contents
Summary
In this role, you will work closely with experienced teams to support how ASMPT products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards by process definition, documentation, problem‑solving and improvement.
- Wage
-
£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
The apprentice minimum hourly rate is £8.00. This rate applies during the first year of an apprenticeship, regardless of age. Once an apprentice has completed their first year, their pay matches the minimum wage for their age.
- Training course
- Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
- Hours
-
Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed.
39 hours a week
- Start date
-
Monday 1 June 2026
- Duration
-
3 years 6 months
- Positions available
-
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Support the definition, review, and update of manufacturing and build documentation, including production work instructions and technical specifications.
- Assist with the investigation and resolution of manufacturing and build issues using structured problem-solving approaches (e.g. root cause analysis, containment, corrective actions).
- Learn and support the ASMPT printer machine build process, while gaining exposure to related functions across the business.
- Support continuous improvement activities to improve safety, quality, cost, delivery, and efficiency.
- Assist with the design, implementation, and improvement of jigs, fixtures, and tooling to ensure repeatable and consistent manufacture.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders such as production operatives, quality teams, suppliers, auditors, and customers.
- Help ensure engineering activity is carried out in line with approved processes, company procedures, and health & safety requirements, including supporting safe systems of work and risk assessments.
Where you'll work
11 Albany Road
Granby Ind Est
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 9TH
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING LTD
Training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules, drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
- Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
- Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
- Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
- Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
- Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
- Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
- Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
- Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
- Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules, drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
- Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
- Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
- Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
- Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
- Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
- Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
- Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
- Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
Training schedule
During your apprenticeship, you will be visited by the training provider at least once a month for a full day of training. In some months, you may receive two visits to support the development of your knowledge, skills and behaviours.
All training is delivered on site at ASMPT, meaning you will not need to leave the workplace to attend college. This workplace-based approach allows the trainer to tailor learning directly to your role, using familiar language and real working examples so you can easily relate the learning to your day-to-day tasks. This is a popular and effective way of learning, as training is personalised to your workplace and delivered in small groups or one-to-one.
The training provider operates all year round and does not break for half-term, helping you make consistent progress and potentially complete your apprenticeship on time or even earlier than planned. The typical duration of the Level 4 Manufacturing Engineering Technician Apprenticeship is around 42 months.
More training information
You will also be set up on an online portfolio, where you can view assigned tasks, track your progress, and see what needs to be completed before your next session. If you need any help between visits, you can contact your tutor for additional support at any time.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
BTEC in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Other requirements
Openness to travel. Driving licence desirable.
About this employer
As the industry’s innovation and technology leader we support electronics manufacturers all over the world. Our vision: We enable the digital world! Smartphones, computers, networks, self-driving cars, intelligent machines, the latest medical advances, renewable energy – the digital transformation makes our lives easier, safer, and more comfortable. And we are at the center of it all: The world's leading technology companies manufacture their products with innovative solutions from ASMPT.
https://smt.asmpt.com/en/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Mental health and well-being support
- Annual leave at 25 days
- Discounted corporate gym membership
- Subsidised canteen
- Company social events
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
HNC qualification and career pathways into all routes of engineering.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ASMPT SMT UK LIMITED
Nicole Nabal
nicole.nabal@asmpt.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027106.
Apply now
Closes in 28 days (Friday 15 May 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.