production manager Guelph
Sleeman Breweries
Full Time
Guelph
10.56 - 12.04 CAD Today
Job description
At Sleeman Breweries we are proud to offer a supportive and progressive work environment where employees can enjoy a variety of sought-after benefits and job perks.
Below is a summary of the benefits enjoyed by our full-time, permanent employees:
- Parental leave top-up benefit
- Competitive compensation
- Benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision for families
- RRSP matching program
- Employee tuition reimbursement program
- Complimentary staff beer (taxable benefit)
Please note that for all other positions (contracts, part-time, etc.) potential benefits and other job perks can be discussed during the interview process with an HR representative.
We are committed to helping our employees find fulfillment in their careers through work-life balance and creating a diverse workforce that is equitable and inclusive. Sleeman Breweries was proudly named one of Canada’s Greenest employers (2023) and one of Canada’s Top Employers by Forbes Magazine (2021). Sleeman Breweries is an equal-pay employer and strives to continue to do better – better beer, better people, getting better.
To learn more about the employee journey at Canada’s third largest brewery, follow along on Instagram at @lifeatsleeman
POSITION:
Packaging Production ManagerLOCATION:
Guelph, OntarioLEVEL:
ManagerHIRING RANGE:
94900to
118600DESCRIPTION:
Business Planning
- Develop an annual action plan including strategies, activities and resources for the regional Packaging department that support brewery and National Packaging business goals; contribute to the development of the brewery vision in support of the overall department and Sleeman Vision, Mission and Values.
- Identify operational issues with the potential to disrupt supply and work with the Corporate Technical function to develop plans to mitigate these risks
- Contribute to the implementation of the food safety strategy
- Support the new product development process as it relates to regional packaging
Budgeting and Financial Management
- Develop and manage regional Packaging department budget and business plan to meet regional and national objectives
- Provide full year regional packaging forecasted expenses vs. budget on a monthly basis as the year progresses
- Provide input to the national capital expenditure process to determine funding allocation on a priority basis to meet both short and long term objectives for packaging
Standardize and Optimize Operations
Ensure a safe and healthy workplace and identify and correct unsafe practices. Work with Health and Safety to establish and implement new or revised processes, as necessary- Lead the regional implementation of packaging processes and procedures and ensure they are adhered to by providing regular feedback through process metrics and auditing
- Conduct regular departmental performance review/audits to assess performance against standards and objectives; support team in identifying and implementing solutions to address performance gaps
- Ensure metrics are in-place to track and monitor performance; work collaboratively with Corporate Operations to establish, implement, and standardize metrics; communicate key metrics to all department personnel; and implement corrective actions to address identified gaps
- Ensure all policies and procedures are followed for quality, safety, and collective agreements and all regional packaging practices comply with related legislation
- Maintain adherence to quality and food safety program standards to ensure food safety, quality and legal requirements are being met
Build a High Performing Team
Ensure KPOs for team are aligned with departmental and brewery business objectives; provide regular feedback and performance assessment; take action to address performance gaps- Participate and assist with creating a culture of continuous improvement focused on health and safety, quality, efficiency, customer service and cost
- Provide ongoing mentoring to regional packaging team to improve performance
- Role model Sleeman Breweries’ values in order to increase employee engagement and maximize employee performance
- Create annual personal development plans for self and team; maintain current knowledge of the field
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years of food manufacturing experience in a high-speed packaging environment, including at least 3 years of management experience
- Post-secondary education in Science, Engineering or related technical field
- Experience working in a unionized environment
- Knowledge of brewing industry considered an asset
- Working knowledge of food safety and good manufacturing practices, HACCP and/or ISO standards of quality, quality assurance, project management, and financial management
- Ability to prioritize and balance between short and long term plans within a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to analyze high volumes of complex data and create insights
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to create reports and deliver presentations
- Computer skills with ability to use software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio); ability to use maintenance management software considered an asset
- Working knowledge of Occupation Health and Safety Act and other related legislation/regulations
- Acceptable criminal record check
- Ability to demonstrate behaviours that support organizational values
Working Conditions
- Spends approximately 50% of the time working in manufacturing environment and approximately 50% in an office environment
- Travel may be required
- Flexibility to respond to issues outside of working hours
- Required to wear PPE while in manufacturing environment
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you are invited to participate in the process and require an accommodation, please let us know in advance.
We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected to proceed will be contacted.
About Sleeman Breweries
CEO: Jesse Hanazawa
Revenue: $5 to $25 million (USD)
Size: 1001 to 5000 Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.sleemanbreweries.ca
Year Founded: 1834
Sleeman Breweries
www.sleemanbreweries.ca
Guelph, Canada
Jesse Hanazawa
$5 to $25 million (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Public
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
1834
