Technical Apprentice

We are recruiting for a Technical Apprentice to join the Components team within Beeston, Leeds.

Reporting into the Production Manager, the Technical Apprentice will assist with completing New Product Development tasks, creating initial specs and completing testing and complete sample requests.

Core Hours: Monday - Friday, 39 hours per week

The Technical Apprentice will undertake and complete an apprenticeship with an outside provider, whilst receiving mentoring and support from their line manager and wider team.,

• Undertake and complete product testing on current products (pre/post roll pack testing, Larson testing, Compression testing, etc).


• Test and determine the outcome of quarantined wire buckets.


• Test and determine the outcome of quarantined external and internal spring sheets.


• Monitor current production on machines to ensure products are running to specification.


• Assist with annual quality audits.


• Problem solving root cause analysis.


• Undertaking capability studies on key process parameters


• Machine pass of trials and sign off


During the Apprenticeship, you will learn to:

• Where to obtain the necessary job instructions, inspection/quality procedures and product specifications that are used, and how to interpret them


• How to identify which samples, products and materials do not meet the quality requirements


• Procedures for the handling and segregation of defect components


• Specific safe working practices and environmental regulations that need to be observed.


• Carryout inspection and testing activities using the specified methods and equipment


• Prepare, Handle, transfer and store samples safely and correctly in accordance with quality control procedures


• Accurately interpret the data/results gained from the inspection and testing procedures being used


• Record and report inspection findings to relevant person


• Use Mini Tab for data analysis.


• Use tools and techniques for problem solving.


• Use SPC and control charts to monitor processes.


• Monitoring Machine capability
  
  Skills & Experience required:


• Minimum GCSE STEM subjects (Grade C/5 above or equivalent) - Willing to undertake competency exam if not achieved.


• Willingness to learn is key


• Ability to self-manage your time during the working day and to work independently


• Inquisitive and methodical


Essential attributes:

• Hungry - a manageable and sustainable commitment in doing a job well and going above and beyond when it is truly required.



• Smart - asks good questions, listens to what others are saying and stays engaged in conversations intently.



• Humility - shares credit, emphasises team over self, and defines success collectively rather than individually
  
  Spinks is the global leader in innovative pocket springs for the furniture, bedding and other comfort markets. Part of the Harrison Spinks Group, the company supplies some of the leading names internationally in the markets they supply and are known for their pipeline of ground-breaking technology in these market segments. Sustainability is core to the business and are exploring the use of their components into transportation seating and even footwear, showing the diverse potential the company has to offer.

As well as their innovative coil technology, the company also supplies wire, natural nonwovens and mattress fabrics which are all manufactured in their facilities in Leeds and Scunthorpe.
With manufacturing sites in the UK as well as the USA, the company is wanting to expand their global reach further with additional manufacturing sites.