Apprentice Quality Engineer

Harrison Spinks; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

Enhanced Pension scheme

Job summary

Harrison Spinks invites applications for an Apprentice Quality Engineer to join our dynamic manufacturing team in Leeds. The role provides hands-on exposure to quality, testing and reporting across shopfloor and lab environments.

You will learn real business processes, work closely with the Quality Manager, and develop skills in product checks, inspections, data recording and quality documentation. Training is provided, with potential for future opportunities within the business.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; attitude and willingness to learn are key.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with routine product and process checks on the shopfloor
• Supporting incoming goods inspections and basic verification activities
• Helping with testing activities in the lab, including recording and organising results
• Preparing and maintaining quality reports and data dashboards
• Supporting meeting preparation (data collation and presentation)
• Helping to organise and maintain quality records and documentation
• Assisting with general quality tasks that ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations
• As you develop, you will gain more responsibility and exposure to wider quality and compliance activities.

Job description

At Harrison Spinks Products (HSP), we are looking for a motivated and hands‑on ApprenticeQualityEngineer to join our team and support the delivery of high‑quality products across our manufacturing operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, working closely with our Quality Manager and wider operations team.

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 39 hours.

This role is designed to give exposure across multiple areas of quality, testing, and reporting. You will support the team by:

• Assisting with routine product and process checks on the shopfloor
• Supporting incoming goods inspections and basic verification activities
• Helping with testing activities in the lab, including recording and organising results
• Preparing and maintaining quality reports and data dashboards
• Supporting meeting preparation (data collation and presentation)
• Helping to organise and maintain quality records and documentation
• Assisting with general quality tasks that ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations
• As you develop, you will gain more responsibility and exposure to wider quality and compliance activities.
• Training and development will be provided throughout the apprenticeship
• Future opportunities may be available for the right candidate

About You

What we’re looking for

• We are looking for someone who is:
• Organised and detail‑focused
• Willing to learn and take on new challenges
• Comfortable working both on the shopfloor and in an office environment
• Interested in how products are made and tested
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• No prior experience is required, attitude and willingness to learn are key.

What you’ll gain

• Hands‑on experience in manufacturing quality and testing
• Exposure to real business systems and processes
• Support and guidance from experienced team members
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career within the business

About Us

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.

What we offer in return:

• 32 days annual leave - Inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional Wellbeing Day – A Day dedicated to you.
• Enrolled into Enhanced Pension scheme – 22-year-olds & over
• Staff Discounts across the Harrison Spinks group

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.