Engineering Team Leader

At Warburtons, family is at the heart of our business. Five generations'​ worth of expertise that goes into making our bakery products allows us to continue a tradition of baking inherited over the past 150 years.

Warburtons is the largest bakery brand in the UK, but that doesn't allow us to rest on our laurels. We are pioneers of the industry and ambitious market leaders, always seeking to challenge ourselves and convention. It is part of our philosophy to provide honest good sense on issues of health and well-being, helping the whole family to enjoy our products as part of a healthy, balanced diet, through a range of products to suit all meal occasions, lifestyles and tastes.

Job Title:

Engineering Team Leader

Location:

Bolton

Contract:

Permanent
Working pattern: 4 on 4 off
Salary:
Up to £60,000

Are you an Engineering Team Leader or Lead Engineer with experience of working in a manufacturing environment and looking to progress or up for a new challenge?  

Due to continued growth and investment in our Engineering-led manufacturing sites, we have an opportunity for an Engineering Team Leader to support our bakery in Bolton. As a key part of our Engineering team, you'll engage and motivate a skilled team of engineers, utilising root cause analysis to identify and prioritise corrective, preventative, predictive and mitigating actions.

  The Recipe   At our Bakery here in Bolton, the team are dedicated to delivering unbeatable quality in a safe manner with highly reliable equipment. We are proud to be leading and developing a collaborative, creative and responsive team at the cutting edge of engineering innovation. In this role you will lead, motivate, and manage a team of multi skilled engineers to drive a culture that delivers plant reliability, product quality, and safety in line with company standards.

Working with the Engineering Manager you will have accountability for delivering the engineering strategy, via planned, corrective and reactive maintenance work.

The Role   Reporting to the Engineering Manager you’ll provide both hands-on technical support and day-to-day leadership, driving a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, ensuring high standards of performance, engagement, and professional development.
Coordinate and deliver planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and improve line efficiency.
Ensure all engineering activities are carried out safely, in line with company policies, Health & Safety regulations, and Food Safety standards.
Manage priorities using the site’s CMMS system — logging, tracking, and closing work orders accurately.
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, driving reliability, efficiency, and cost savings.
Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and Technical teams to ensure smooth daily operations.
Participate in audits, compliance checks, and engineering project delivery.
Lead by example, promoting a proactive, problem-solving culture within the team.
Essential Ingredients   Qualifications & Training

Time-served Engineering Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-skilled Engineering.
Evidence of ongoing professional development and leadership training.  Experience

Proven experience in a maintenance or leadership role within an FMCG, food, or manufacturing environment.
Strong background in managing, motivating, and developing engineering teams.
Experience using CMMS systems and good general IT literacy (Microsoft Office, data reporting tools, SAP).  Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of engineering safety, risk assessments, and permit-to-work systems.
Knowledge of Food Safety, Hygiene, and GMP standards.
Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and build strong working relationships.
Well-organised, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment.
A passion for continuous improvement and developing people.
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