Machine Operative

We are recruiting for a Machine Operative on the Days shift within Beeston, Leeds.

Hours of Work:  Monday to Thursday, 6.00am – 2.00pm and Fridays, 6.00am - 1.00pm

The Machine Operative will produce the necessary spring sheets and Micro coil units for the next production stage as requested by the department Manager/production planner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow daily production instructions and run the correct required springs.
• Monitor raw materials and request as required from the department Manager.
• Monitor quality of products; ensure all quality procedures are adhered to, feed back to the Manager.
• Changing cloth and wire.
• Complete Quality checks to agreed tolerances.
• Monitor machine output.
• General upkeep of the Coilers.
• Checking wire and reject wire correctly.

• Machine operating or setting experience essential.
• Self-motivated
• The ability to stand, walk and move for up to 8 hours per day.
• Team player.
• Dexterity
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to think clearly and work under pressure.

• An enthusiastic and flexible approach to react on a day-to-day basis to all requests, both internal and external.
• The ability to self-manage own time during the working day.
• The ability to multi-task, work to deadlines and prioritise workload to meet production demands.
• A willingness to learn.

• 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.

At Spinks, you don’t just work with springs - you help reinvent comfort for the world. Rooted in British ingenuity and driven by innovation, we empower our people to think boldly, engineer brilliantly, and lead the industry forward.

As leading micro coil designers and manufacturers, we can create a whole world of zoning and comfort options - giving our teams the freedom to shape solutions that transform everyday living.