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Earn while you learn with SMC

Established in Japan in 1959, SMC is the UK and world market leader in the supply and support of pneumatic and electro pneumatic products.  We currently have a sales presence in 82 countries and we are proud of our purpose built production, logistics and administration facility in Milton Keynes.

To learn more about SMC UK and SMC Global please click here:   https://www.smcworld.com/corporate/about/

At SMC, we value the inspiring minds of the next generation and want to engage young people in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) industries and careers.

As an SMC apprentice you’ll be based in our Milton Keynes office where you can learn first-hand from colleagues who are experts in their field and are keen to support you throughout your learning journey.  Along the way you’ll receive a mix of study with a training provider and on the job learning too.  You’ll also have the opportunity to get involved in exciting projects with other apprentices that will allow you to work together and really show off your skills!
At SMC we really value new and emerging talent whether you're at the start of your career or taking a change in direction.  Whilst you'll start as an apprentice, the successful completion of your apprenticeship doesn’t have to be the end of your education journey.  We're always open to further learning should you wish to continue your development path with additional qualifications.  Put simply, if you're looking to learn and develop, we're here to help.

We work with a host of amazing industries including automotive, mining and resources, robotics, energy efficiency, electronics and the food industry to name but a few!

We’re also continually investing in new product development as we strive to meet our customers’ needs by developing innovative and high-quality products.

That’s where you come in.  Could you be the one who designs the next best-selling solution?   Could you be one of the procurement specialists who supports our supply chain or one of our skilled production engineers?  You’ll certainly have plenty of opportunity.
 
SMC UK is proud to announce that we are a carbon neutral company. This means we have achieved this accreditation by calculating our emissions via a regulated external supplier and offesetting our carbon footprint by investing in companies that produce renewable energy. For more information on SMC's global sustainability efforts, click here
SMC work with both Milton Keynes College and MAKE UK (near Birmingham) to ensure our apprentices are offered the very best training. Each vacancy advert will detail which or both training providers the standard can be studied at.
Please click on the links below to find out more about the providers. 

Milton Keynes College        MAKE UK

 

Please see our current vacancies below, click the + sign for more information and to apply.

  
   
Engineering Design & Draughtsperson - Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering Design & Draughtsperson - Level 3 Apprenticeship

Job Type:  Apprentice Contract

Hours:  Full Time – 37.5 hours

Department:  SMC Group Design Teams

Location:  Milton Keynes

Closing Date: 30th June 2023

SMC are on the search for applicants with a genuine enthusiasm for design engineering and a curiosity about the business and the manufacturing industry.  Based in Milton Keynes, you will work in one of our design teams - European Technical Centre (ETC) or SMC Design Engineering Group - both are part of the SMC group and are based in Crownhill, Milton Keynes.

For more information, click here

Engineering Technician – Technical Support Apprenticeship

Engineering Technician – Technical Support Apprenticeship

Job Type:  Apprentice Contract

Hours:  Full Time – 37.5 hours

Department:  Sales Engineering Group

Location:  Milton Keynes

Closing Date: 30th June 2023

 

SMC are on the search for motivated applicants with a genuine enthusiasm for engineering and a drive for customer satisfaction.  Based in Milton Keynes you will be working in our Sales Engineering Group who play a vital role in providing our customer base with comprehensive product support in all sectors of industry. 

 

For more information, click here

SMC provide a great benefits package which includes:

  • An attractive apprenticeship salary
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Annual discretionary bonus scheme
  • Sports & Social Club
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Free onsite parking
  • Company reward website – retail & leisure discounts and rewards
  • Subsidised onsite canteen
  • Employee Assistance Programme

 

As well as providing all these benefits, we’ll make sure you receive invaluable on the job training and workplace experience to help consolidate your learning.

You’ll also get involved in a host of exciting activities and projects with other apprentices within the business.

Line Managers and Mentors will form an important part of your support network too.  They’ll help guide you through your apprenticeship – every step of the way.  Not only will this help you with any challenges you face, it also ensures champion we your successes!