Über diese Packaging Supervisor Contract Stelle bei Sleeman Breweries
Position:
Packaging Supervisor ContractLocation:
Vernon, British ColumbiaLevel:
Hiring Range:
78200to
97600Benefits 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
If you require an accommodation or an accessible format at any stage of the application or hiring process, please let the recruitment team know. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.
Why Join Sleeman Breweries?
What’s your story? Ours is about pushing boundaries to create Canada’s third-largest brewery known for unique craft and world-class brands enjoyed across the country.
As part of Sapporo Breweries, our story includes Sleeman Breweries in Ontario, Okanagan Spring Brewery in B.C., Wild Rose Brewery in Alberta, and Unibroue in Quebec.
When you join Sleeman Breweries, you join a company deeply committed to quality, sustainability, and creating an outstanding employee experience. People here care about what they do and the people they work with. Write your next chapter with us at Sleeman Breweries.
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Purpose and Impact
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for leading a team to deliver high‑quality packaged beer across bottling, canning, and kegging operations. This role ensures production schedules are met safely, efficiently, and in alignment with quality and food safety standards. The supervisor plays a key role in fostering a safe, engaged, and high‑performing team while driving continuous improvement initiatives
Responsibilities
People Leadership & Performance Management:
Supervise and support a team of 6–25 employees, providing coaching, training, and performance management to drive engagement and productivity.
Identify training needs and partner with HR and leadership to deliver effective development plans.
Safety & Compliance:
Maintain a safe workplace through audits, toolbox talks, and team safety meetings.
Lead incident investigations and partner with Health & Safety to implement corrective actions and improvements.
Production & Operations Execution:
Coordinate labour, materials, and equipment to achieve production schedules safely and on time.
Support operations across canning, bottling, kegging, sanitation, and repack to ensure efficiency and flexibility.
Quality & Continuous Improvement:
Monitor production to ensure adherence to quality standards and resolve issues with the Quality Assurance team.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and operational performance.
Equipment Reliability & Collaboration:
Partner with maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability using root cause analysis.
Collaborate cross-functionally with brewing, warehouse, and maintenance to support seamless operations.
Skills and Qualifications (Required)
Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in a unionized environment, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role
Secondary school diploma or equivalent
Strong knowledge of quality assurance, food safety, and good manufacturing practices
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and drive employee engagement
Experience in safety leadership, including audits, investigations, and compliance with regulations
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to present and influence
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with maintenance systems is an asset
Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation
Work Environment (Hybrid/Onsite)
Onsite – This role operates primarily within a manufacturing environment, with approximately 80% of time spent on the production floor and 20% in an office setting. Rotating shifts are required, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in production areas.
This is a contract position to back fill for a one year contract
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!
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At Sleeman Breweries, we believe that better beer, and better workplaces, happen when people feel welcomed and valued for the differences they bring.
We are committed to fair hiring practices free from discrimination, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We use AI to support parts of our recruitment process; however, hiring decisions are always made by people and aligned with our commitment to fairness, consistency, and equal opportunity.
BETTER BEER. BETTER PEOPLE. GETTING BETTER
We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected to proceed will be contacted.