Brewing Line Lead

Molson Coors Beverage; Toronto; On-site; CAD 138,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Toronto is seeking a Line Lead for its Brewing Team. The candidate will manage a 24-hour production operation, focusing on safety, quality, and cost management. This role requires thorough knowledge of brewing functions and strong leadership skills to effectively coach a diverse team. Benefits include competitive salary, career development opportunities, and an innovative work environment.

Benefits

Commitment to People and Planet

Employee resource groups

Competitive base salary and incentive plans

On-site pub and free beverages

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fermentation, yeast management, and blending.
• Familiarity with process control systems and maintenance management.
• Awareness of OSHA regulations and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 24-hour production operation focusing on quality and safety.
• Manage a diverse workforce and develop execution plans.
• Drive World Class Supply Chain principles across the operation.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of brewing functions

Good planning and organizing skills

Problem-solving methodologies

Education

BS or BA degree in Brewing Technology or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Requisition ID: 37079

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At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo. With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non‑alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future, we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry. That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward.

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Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies.

Line Lead - Brewing (Toronto, ON)

You will be part of the Brewing Team. You will independently lead and coach a 24‑hour operation, successfully implementing World Class strategies and principles to deliver great tasting beer to our Packaging customers. The Line Lead position is supported by a Process Lead who is responsible for data collection and continuous improvement and a Maintenance Lead responsible for executing the asset care strategy for the malthouse. The Line Lead reports directly to the Director of Brewing and is a member of the Brewing Leadership Team helping to develop the long‑term goals and strategies for the Brewing organization. You will lead Brewing operations towards a high‑performance team culture and drive change‑management initiatives to continually improve both plant and process operations to meet World Class Standards.

Responsibilities

• Successfully lead a 24‑hour production operation in all aspects – safety, quality, cost, production, and morale.
• Successfully manage a diverse workforce of hourly individuals, providing coaching, feedback, accountability, and direction.
• Develop and lead execution of the 90‑day plan to address losses and build capability.
• Lead the team to deliver departmental KPIs the right way by driving World Class Supply Chain principles such as centerlines, changeovers, defect handling, and clean‑inspect‑lubrication systems.
• Develop and maintain a staffing plan for your line to ensure all business needs are met while adhering to budget.
• Coordinate change management across the line, creating a culture of engagement and flexibility.
• Collaborate with peers and cross‑functional groups on additional projects to drive the long‑term Brewing strategy.

Qualifications

• Thorough practical and theoretical knowledge of key brewing functions: raw material storage and transfer, fermentation, yeast management and propagation, filtration, and blending.
• Thorough knowledge of the interrelationships between Brewing, Packaging, Supply Chain, Quality Services, and Maintenance departments as it relates to product movement and production scheduling.
• Familiarity with process control systems, computerized data logging systems and production database operations, mechanical systems dynamics, and basic electrical systems. Proficient in situational and systemic problem‑solving methodologies (5 Why’s, FFA’s, RCA’s, etc.).
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Business acumen and basic strategic thinking to anticipate and respond to future needs of the organization.
• Awareness of OSHA regulations, GMP, State Agricultural practices/policies, TTB regulations, plant safety regulations, FDA guidelines for food‑plant operations, and environmental regulations regarding manufacturing brewery operations.
• Basic machinery/system technical troubleshooting skills and knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems. Understands planning and scheduling techniques associated with asset‑care management.
• Flexibility to respond to frequent changes in production requirements, systems, and equipment failures.
• Understanding of World Class Manufacturing and Molson Coors World Class Supply Chain 2.0 principles and practices.
• Understanding of the budgeting process and basic financial metrics within Molson Coors.
• Knowledge and demonstrated capability of SAP.
• BS or BA degree in Brewing Technology, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Perks & Benefits

• Commitment to People and Planet with stretch goals.
• Community engagement and charitable contributions.
• Employee resource groups offering volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking.
• Growth and career development through First Choice Learning opportunities.
• Competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, wellness program, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On‑site pub, brand apparel, top events, and free beer and beverages.
• Fast‑paced, innovative work environment with diverse colleagues and partners.

EEO Statement

Molson Coors is an equal opportunity employer. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e‑mail [e-mail].

Pay and Benefits

At Molson Coors, we’re committed to paying people fairly and equitably for the work they do.

Job Posting Total Rewards Offerings: $100,400.00 – $131,800.00 (posting salary range) + 13% target short‑term incentive + $11,000 average spent on benefits per employee, including but not limited to health, dental, vision, retirement with above‑market employer match, wellness incentives, EAP, and paid time off (including holidays, vacation days and sick days).

The posting range provided above for salary is what we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately pay based on a number of non‑discriminatory factors that inform pay decisions including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set and internal equity.