Brewing Supervisor

Sleeman Breweries

$78K — $97K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in manufacturing, ideally brewing or food production
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience in a hands-on role
  • Secondary school diploma or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of quality assurance, good manufacturing practices, and food safety
  • Strong communication skills for engaging team members
  • Experience in employee engagement and performance management
  • Problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily activities of 7-20 brewing employees for production targets
  • Plan and allocate resources for safe and timely production
  • Create and manage employee schedules and timekeeping
  • Communicate brewing updates to employees and management
  • Promote workplace safety by identifying hazards
  • Lead incident investigations and promote preventative actions
  • Monitor brewing processes for quality standards

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • RRSP-matching program for retirement saving
  • Commitment to work-life balance
  • Coverage for partners and children in benefits
  • Parental leave top-up for caregivers
  • Employee product credits available
  • Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees
  • Access to employee and family assistance programs
  • Discount programs for major brands and local offers
  • Professional development opportunities including mentorship programs
Full Job Description

Position:

Brewing Supervisor

Location:

Guelph, Ontario

Level:

Supervisor

Hiring Range:


78200

to

97600

Benefits and Perks:

At Sleeman Breweries, you’ll have access to benefits that support you today and help you plan for tomorrow:

●       Competitive compensation

●       RRSP-matching program to help you save for retirement

●       A commitment to work-life balance

●       Benefits coverage for partners and kids

●       Parental leave top-up for primary and secondary caregivers

●       Employee product credit

●       Tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees

●       Employee and family assistance program

●       Discount program with access to perks from big brands and local favourites

●       Professional development opportunities including mentorship and leadership development

  

Purpose and Impact

  

The Brewing Supervisor is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the brewing department to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role provides leadership to hourly employees, coordinates resources to achieve production schedules, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and promotes a culture focused on safety, quality, customer service, and operational excellence.

  

Responsibilities 

Production Operations & Team Leadership 

  • Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of approximately 7–20 brewing employees to achieve production targets and operational objectives. 

  • Plan and allocate labour, materials, and equipment to ensure production schedules are completed safely, efficiently, and on time. 

  • Create and manage employee work schedules and validate employee timekeeping records. 

  • Communicate brewing-related updates, issues, and production performance to employees and management. 

Health, Safety & Compliance 

  • Promote and maintain a safe and healthy workplace by identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions. 

  • Lead incident investigations for injuries, near misses, and property damage and support the implementation of preventative measures. 

  • Perform health and safety audits, 5S inspections, and ensure housekeeping standards are maintained. 

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, legislative requirements, and the collective agreement. 

Quality & Food Safety 

  • Monitor brewing processes to ensure quality standards and production requirements are consistently achieved. 

  • Partner with Quality Assurance to investigate and resolve quality concerns. 

  • Support and promote the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) by ensuring employees follow food safety requirements and best practices. 

  • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement related to quality and food safety. 

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence 

  • Collaborate with maintenance teams to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. 

  • Review and update standard operating procedures and recommend process improvements. 

  • Support the deployment of continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and employee engagement. 

  • Work collaboratively with managers and peers to implement operational improvements across brewing operations. 

People Development & Performance Management 

  • Establish performance expectations aligned with brewery and departmental goals. 

  • Provide coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities for direct reports. 

  • Identify training needs and partner with Human Resources and management to ensure effective training delivery. 

  • Manage attendance, performance, and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policies and procedures. 

Inventory & Materials Management 

  • Order brewing-specific raw materials as required to support production. 

  • Support inventory control activities and assist with month-end raw material counts. 

  • Coordinate with Supply Chain and Production Planning teams regarding material requirements and schedule changes. 

Skills and Qualifications (Required) 

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within brewing, food, or beverage production. 

  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience leading frontline manufacturing teams. 

  • Secondary school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

  • Working knowledge of quality assurance principles, good manufacturing practices, and food safety standards. 

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels. 

  • Demonstrated experience in employee engagement, coaching, attendance management, and performance management. 

  • Proven ability to prioritize competing demands and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. 

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 

  • Working knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements. 

 

Work Environment (Hybrid/Onsite) 
Onsite – This position is based in a manufacturing environment and requires regular presence in the brewery.  Incumbents must be able to work rotating shifts where applicable and are required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while in manufacturing areas. 

  

On call support for 24/7 brewery operations.

 

Think you have what we need but your credentials don’t perfectly line up? That’s OK! We know that some job seekers miss opportunities if they think their qualifications don’t fit. If you believe your skills and experience can make a difference here, we encourage you to apply!

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Sleeman Breweries

More Food & Beverages Jobs

Find similar Brewing Supervisor jobs: