Brewery Capabilities Coordinator

Labatt Breweries of Canada; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian brewery is seeking an experienced professional to oversee workforce planning, training, and operational excellence. The role involves managing staff training programs and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in workforce planning or training, strong communication and organizational skills, and experience delivering training to diverse teams.

Benefits

Health benefits plan

Retirement plan with company matching

Annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in workforce planning, training, or operations.
• Strong skills in scheduling, payroll/benefits, and HRIS systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the brewery’s training program for all staff.
• Support payroll processing and benefit administration.
• Own and manage the master brewery schedule.

Skills

Scheduling

Payroll/Benefits management

Training delivery

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

Overview

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

COMPANY:

Founded over 175 years ago, Labatt is one of Canada’s founding businesses and its leading brewer. We are proud of our history and our heritage in Canada, and we remain committed to brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Labatt has created exciting experiences with consumers through iconic brands like Budweiser, Bud Light, NÜTRL, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Stella Artois and many more. Through our broad portfolio, we are truly a national brewer, with over 3,600 employees, a portfolio of more than 60 quality beers and beyond, and 10 breweries from coast-to-coast, we are proud to serve Canada and the communities we call home.

SUMMARY:

This role is responsible for leading all aspects of workforce planning, training, and operational excellence at the brewery. The position oversees the development and delivery of comprehensive training programs for all staff, including unionized team members and skilled technicians, ensuring alignment with the brewery’s strategic goals and compliance requirements.

Key duties include managing the master schedule, coordinating with department leaders, and supporting payroll, benefits, and labor relations. The role is also accountable for fostering a culture of continuous improvement by identifying skills gaps, upskilling employees, and supporting leadership development. Collaboration with HR, EHS, and other stakeholders is essential to ensure regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and operational efficiency.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage the brewery’s training program for all staff, including unionized team members and skilled technicians.
• Payroll & Benefits: Support payroll processing, benefit administration, and annual payouts.
• Employee Engagement: Organize social events and handle wellness initiatives
• Workforce Planning: Own and manage the master brewery schedule (vacations, hiring, training, layoffs), identifying and addressing staffing gaps.
• Align training initiatives with the brewery’s Autonomous Teams strategy to empower frontline staff and foster servant leadership.
• Collaboration: Lead weekly workforce meetings with all departments to coordinate scheduling and production plans.
• Develop and deliver training in multiple formats (classroom, on-the-job, coaching, written procedures).
• Track and document training progress, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by coordinating with the Environment, Health, and Safety Manager.
• Collaborate with HR and department heads to support leadership development and career progression.
• Reporting: Prepare daily labor reports and participate in daily management meetings.
• Training & Compliance: Manage training logistics, legal documentation, and purchase orders.
• Office Management: Oversee office supplies, budget, and schedule management in Dayforce.
• Labor Relations: Participate in investigations, grievance resolution, and maintain seniority lists.
• Administrative Support: Prepare employment confirmation letters, track stipends, and manage beer chit allocations.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field considered an Asset (or equivalent experience)
• HR, Training certification, and or brewery/manufacturing experience is considered an asset
• 3+ years’ experience in workforce planning, training, or operations (preferably in a unionized or manufacturing setting)
• Strong skills in scheduling, payroll/benefits, and HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce)
• Experience delivering training to diverse teams
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (EHS, labor standards)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Experience with labor relations and conflict resolution

WHY LABATT:

As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Labatt is a place where our people can bring out the best in themselves through a collective purpose of creating A Future With More Cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in our communities. We believe in brewing up a future that everyone can celebrate and share.

BENEFITS:

• Health benefits plan, including competitive coverage for medical, dental, mental health, life, and disability insurance, that can be flexed to fit your needs
• Additional flex credits for healthcare or wellness spending accounts
• Retirement plan with a generous company-matching contribution, and low-fee RRSP & TFSA savings opportunities to help you secure your financial future
• Personalized support through an inclusive family-forming benefit, and generous financial support/top-ups for parental leave
• Access to many wellbeing resources, including Employee & Family Assistance Program support, Webinars, and more.
• An annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products for employees!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Labatt Breweries of Canada, we are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to maintaining a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for every person – regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, neurodivergence, or disability status.

REQUIRE ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE?

Labatt Breweries of Canada is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Members of our team will consult and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.

Labatt Breweries will never ask you for money or reimbursement of training fees as part of our recruitment process. Any email communication you receive as part of the application or onboarding process will come from a @Labatt.com email address. If you have any questions or concerns, please email the recruitment team at [e-mail]

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