Multi-Skilled Engineer
Join the Engineering team of the Nation’s Favourite Bakery Brand
Role: Multi-Skilled Engineer (Day Shift – Monday to Thursday)
Location: Stockton Bakery
Hours: 44 hours per week
Salary: Circa £46,000 + Overtime + Annual Profit-Related Bonus
We’re Warburtons – proudly born and bred in the North, and still proudly family-owned.
From humble beginnings in Bolton to becoming the UK’s number one bakery brand, we’ve built our reputation on quality, innovation, and investing in our people. As part of a £27 million investment in our two North East bakeries, we’re expanding our Engineering team in Stockton – and we’re on the lookout for the best Multi-Skilled Engineers to join our journey.
Why Join Us
At Warburtons, engineering isn’t just about keeping the lines running – it’s about driving the future of baking. With a strong Northern heritage and a forward-thinking mindset, we blend traditional values with cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the game. That’s why we’re embracing next-generation automation and technological engineering gains, with a bold vision to become world-class.
Our newly launched Engineering Academy, built in partnership with the IMechE, is one of our proudest achievements. It’s designed to develop and elevate our engineers, equipping you with the skills, training, and recognition to thrive, whether you want to deepen your technical expertise or progress your career.
What You'll Be Getting Stuck Into
You’ll join a highly skilled, collaborative team of Engineers focused on:
- Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM)
- Continuous Improvement and Energy Efficiency Projects
From diagnosing faults before they cause downtime to delivering long-term fixes and system upgrades, this is a hands-on, proactive role that plays a critical part in the success of our 24/7, high-speed, automated food manufacturing site.
What We're Looking For
We want talented Engineers who are hungry to learn, grow and make an impact. Here’s what helps you rise to the top of the list:
- Technically strong mechanical and electrical engineering background (ideally in FMCG or high-volume manufacturing)
- An Apprenticeship, BTEC, HNC or similar engineering qualification
- Experience with condition-based monitoring (thermal imaging, ultrasound, vibration analysis) is a bonus
- Top-tier problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
- A safety-first mindset, with good knowledge of H&S systems and legislation
- A desire to develop, contribute, and take ownership in a team striving for operational excellence
The Extras - Our Recipe for a Rewarding Career
- A slice of the annual profits with our discretionary bonus scheme
- Award-winning pension with generous company contributions
- Holiday trading scheme – buy up to an extra week off per year
- Life assurance, plus health & wellbeing support including physiotherapy and a 24/7 helpline
- Continued personal and professional development through the Warburtons Engineering Academy
- Fully stocked kitchens (yes – crumpets, teacakes, and more)
- Discounts for you and your family through our Extra Dough platform
Sounds like the right mix? Then it’s time to bring your skills to the table.
Apply today and help shape the future of engineering at Warburtons – where tradition meets innovation, and every day is a fresh opportunity to rise.
We respect and value difference. We look to create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any other aspect which makes them unique, are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work, is the right thing to do.
