Standardisation Lead
Factory Management | Leyland | Full Time | Permanent
We are Dr. Oetker. Since our beginnings, we have been breaking new ground. With pizza, cake, and desserts at the core of our business, as well as digital platforms and services – we create the "Taste of Home" for millions around the world with you.
Are you ready for a new challenge? Then take your next step.
Do you love pizza, and would you like to be part of the team that makes the UK’s favourite frozen branded pizza? Do you thrive on getting things done and making real change? Then carry on reading!
Why join Dr. Oetker?
At Dr. Oetker UK we are continuously investing to maintain our state-of-the-art production facility. All of our teams contribute to the success of our business, and we are as proud of our hard-working friendly culture as we are of the fantastic market leading pizzas we make. Being a family owned business we “Create a taste of home” through our quality products and our culture.
What’s the role?
Are you passionate about driving excellence and consistency across global operations? We are looking for a Standardisation Lead to champion the continual improvements and harmonization of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and operational protocols across our international facilities. Join our team and enjoy opportunities for global exposure and career advancement.
The role will predominantly be based at our Leyland facility, however will work across the PPU sites, which is a group of 5 pizza manufacturing plants across Germany, Poland, Canada and the UK
As our Standardisation Lead, you will manage a portfolio of harmonization projects, playing a pivotal role in aligning manufacturing processes, quality standards, and operational protocols across multiple international facilities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement best practices, reduce variability, and ensure compliance with global food safety and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities include:
Leading the development and implementation of standardised manufacturing processes across global sites.
Reducing process variability and enhance compliance with international food safety and regulatory standards
Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including IT, automation, and data science
Facilitating a smooth communication across technical and operational departments
Playing a key role in the BAT team – an interdisciplinary body shaping the future of PPU software and systems
Driving the implementation of standardized computer systems and software tools
Ensuring unified processes and streamlined data management across all locations
Who are we looking for?
We’re seeking a strategic and detail-oriented leader with a strong background in production processes and project management to drive standardization across our manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
Proven experience in food manufacturing, preferably in a multinational environment.
Strong knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO 14001/ 22000).
Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
Influencing at executive management level
Proven data driven decision making ability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally. The role will require regular international visits across the PPU plants.
What do we offer? Here’s the list of our fantastic benefits…
Joining the team At Dr. Oetker UK, you will be part of a mission-driven company committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation where you will work in a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. Our fantastic benefits include:
33 days annual leave (inc bank holidays) which increases with service
Enhanced Pension scheme which provides 6% Employer pension contribution
Private medical insurance
Free Life Assurance at 4 times basic annual salary
Free pizzas
Free tea, coffee and fresh fruit.
Subsidised on site restaurant with hot and cold meals, a salad/deli bar, snack machines and microwaves and storage facilities for those who prefer to bring their own
Free on-site parking (number of electronic charging points available)
Free Wi-Fi in canteen
Employee Referral Scheme £350 – once you know how great it is to work here, you’ll want to bring your friends and family!
Enhanced Company Sick Pay
Cycle to Work Scheme
Enhanced Family Friendly Leave
Free health checks
Apply Now and help shape the future of food manufacturing—one standard at a time.
We look forward to your online application. Just click the "Apply now" button, and you're good to go. Still have questions? Then please feel free to reach out to us directly.
Dr. Oetker is an equal opportunities employer. We continuously work to shape and live in a corporate culture where everyone feels welcome. At Dr. Oetker, your personality and qualifications are what count. Not gender, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion, disability, age or sexual orientation, and identity.
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