We are seeking a highly technical and driven Technical Production Manager to lead our micro coil and pocket spring manufacturing operations. This senior role is responsible for delivering world‑class production performance, maximising machine uptime, and ensuring quality, efficiency and safety standards are consistently achieved.
Location – Beeston, Leeds. LS11 5SB
Hours – Monday – Friday. 39 hours
Reporting into the Operations Director, Beds, you will act as the technical authority for all micro coil processes and equipment, driving continuous improvement, developing manufacturing capability, and leading production teams to deliver exceptional service to our customers.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead daily operations to achieve output, quality and customer service targets.
- Improve KPIs including productivity, scrap, efficiency, downtime, labour utilisation and OEE.
- Optimise labour and machine utilisation to ensure smooth production flow.
- Provide technical leadership across all micro coil machinery, automation and processes.
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for mechanical, electrical and process issues.
- Enhance equipment reliability through structured engineering interventions and preventative maintenance.
- Support new machinery installation, commissioning and optimisation.
- Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma and CI initiatives.
- Reduce waste and defects while embedding standardised work and best practices.
- Champion quality, ensuring all products meet customer and internal specifications.
- Lead safety performance, risk assessments and incident investigations.
- Develop and lead teams including supervisors, team leaders and operators.
- Support strategic planning including capacity modelling, labour planning and investment decisions.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, maintenance, quality, supply chain and NPD.
- Manage budgets, labour costs and material usage, delivering cost‑saving initiatives.
About You
- A strong technical background in manufacturing engineering or high‑volume production.
- Experience working with automated equipment and improving machine performance.
- Confidence diagnosing mechanical, electrical and process faults.
- A track record of delivering productivity, efficiency and quality improvements.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate and build engaged teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Ideally: Lean, Six Sigma, IOSH/NEBOSH or similar qualifications.
Who You Are
- A credible, hands‑on leader who thrives on the factory floor.
- Someone who enjoys solving problems and driving continuous improvement.
- Resilient, proactive and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
- Passionate about developing people and building a positive, high‑performance culture.
About Us
Craft your future with us. At Harrison Spinks, we have been handmaking luxury mattresses in Britain since 1840 - with innovation, sustainability, and passion stitched into every seam. Join a team where tradition meets purpose, and your work truly matters.
What we offer in return:
- 32 days annual leave - Inclusive of bank holidays (Pro Rata)
- Additional Wellbeing Day – A Day dedicated to you.
- Competitive Salary
- Training & development opportunities
- Enhanced Pension scheme
- Staff Discounts across the Harrison Spinks group
- Wellbeing initiatives
- Employee Ownership Trust member
Technical Production Manager in Leeds employer: Harrison Spinks
At Spinks, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our employees enjoy comprehensive training and development opportunities, allowing them to grow their skills while contributing to groundbreaking projects in the heart of the UK. With a commitment to work-life balance and a supportive environment, we ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a difference.
