Engineering Manager

INNOVA SEARCH; Wigan; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful food manufacturer in Wigan is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a skilled team. This role offers the opportunity to manage production line efficiencies and develop maintenance strategies. Candidates should have a strong engineering background and at least 10 years of experience in food manufacturing. The position includes a salary of up to £60,000 and key leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000

Key leadership role

Opportunity to shape strategy and drive improvements

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in food manufacturing is essential.
• Strong ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
• Solid understanding of health & safety regulations in food production.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team to ensure optimal production line performance.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies.
• Manage departmental budgets aligned with business needs.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Engineering principles

Food manufacturing processes

Project management

Education

Degree in Engineering or relevant qualifications

Job description

Engineering Manager – Wigan – Up to £60,000

Looking for your next step in leadership? This is a great opportunity to join a successful food manufacturer in Wigan as an Engineering Manager, leading a skilled team and driving improvements across the site.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for keeping production lines running smoothly by leading both reactive and planned maintenance. Beyond the day‑to‑day, you’ll shape a long‑term maintenance strategy, deliver capital projects, and continuously improve equipment reliability, line efficiency and cost‑effectiveness.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading and developing the engineering team, ensuring strong performance and teamwork.

Driving a proactive approach to maintenance, reducing downtime and increasing efficiency.

Managing budgets and ensuring spend is aligned to business needs.

Working closely with production to optimise line speeds, yields and quality.

Delivering projects, upgrades and improvements to site assets.

Embedding a strong health & safety culture across the department.

Playing a key role in shaping site performance and long‑term success.

What We’re Looking For

A strong engineering background, ideally degree‑qualified or with relevant qualifications.

At least 10 years’ experience in food manufacturing.

A natural leader who can motivate, develop and inspire a team.

Solid knowledge of engineering principles, food industry processes and legislation.

Organised, forward‑thinking and able to juggle multiple priorities.

Someone who embraces change and has a track record of delivering improvements.

What’s on Offer

Salary up to £60,000

A key leadership role in a well‑established food manufacturer

Chance to shape strategy, drive improvements and make a real impact