Pelican Rouge Coffee Roasters , part of
Selecta Group , is an seeking experienced and hands-on
Shift Manager
(m/f/d) to lead our end-to-end supply chain and manufacturing operations. Reporting directly to the Managing Directo r
and serving as a member of the leadership team, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations across our 24/7 coffee roasting facility in the Netherlands.
This is a highly visible leadership role with full accountability for roasting, grinding, blending, mixing, packaging, warehousing, dispatch, product development, and continuous improvement. You will play a critical role in delivering operational excellence while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, food compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Your Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate all operational activities during your shift, covering production, logistics, warehousing, and technical operations
Deliver the roasting, grinding, mixing, and packaging schedule safely, efficiently, and on time
Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, quality, traceability, and IFS standards across all operations
Manage inbound logistics, storage, inventory accuracy, order picking, and outbound shipments
Coordinate daily priorities between Production, Logistics, and Technical teams to maximize uptime and performance
Lead and develop the Mixing, Packaging, Logistics, and Technical Team Leaders, driving accountability and engagement
Conduct shift briefings, handovers, performance discussions, and workforce planning activities
Monitor and improve key operational KPIs including safety, OEE, quality, productivity, waste, and delivery performance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime, waste, rework, and operational costs
Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures, PPE requirements, and housekeeping standards across the site
Maintain accurate production, stock, traceability, and performance data within operational systems
Act as the key decision-maker during the shift, managing priorities, breakdowns, and operational challenges in real time
Your Profile
Several years of leadership experience within food manufacturing, coffee roasting, beverage production, logistics, or FMCG environments
Experience managing teams within a rotating-shift or 24/7 production environment
Strong knowledge of production processes, warehouse operations, and logistics coordination
Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, traceability, and quality management systems
Technical affinity and experience working closely with maintenance or engineering teams
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies
Experience working with ERP, MES, WMS, KPI dashboards, and operational reporting tools
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate diverse teams
Decisive, hands-on, and able to remain calm under pressure while driving results
MBO+ or HBO level education in Operations, Logistics, Engineering, Food Technology, or a related discipline
Fluency in Dutch and English is required
What We Offer
A highly visible leadership role within one of Europe's most respected coffee roasting businesses
The opportunity to lead and develop operational teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Direct influence on operational performance, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
A dynamic international environment as part of Selecta Group, operating across 16 European countries
Career development opportunities within a leading European organization
Competitive compensation package including shift allowance in line with the applicable CAO
A collaborative culture focused on teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence
Unlimited coffee from our own roastery
Ready to make an impact? If you are passionate about operational excellence, team leadership, food manufacturing, and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.
Join
Pelican Rouge Coffee Roasters
and play a key role in delivering outstanding quality, efficiency, and service while helping us create exceptional coffee experiences across Europe.
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Shift Manager in Dordrecht werkgever: Pelican Rouge Coffee Roasters
Als QA Specialist bij ons bedrijf krijg je de kans om te werken in een stimulerende en open werkomgeving waar kwaliteit en voedselveiligheid voorop staan. We bieden niet alleen een competitief salaris en uitstekende secundaire arbeidsvoorwaarden, zoals 30,5 vrije dagen en opleidingsmogelijkheden, maar ook volop ruimte voor persoonlijke ontwikkeling en initiatieven om onze kwaliteitsnormen te verbeteren. Samen met diverse afdelingen draag je bij aan het creëren van een veilige en gezonde werkomgeving, terwijl je geniet van heerlijke koffieconcepten.
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