Brewing Technical Specialist — Quality, CI & Innovation Lead

Sleeman Breweries Ltd.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

RRSP-matching program

Work-life balance

Benefits coverage for partners andkids

Parental leave top-up

Employee product credit

Tuition reimbursement

Employee and family assistance program

Discount program with perks

Mentorship and leadership development

Job summary

Sleeman Breweries in Guelph, Ontario is seeking a Brewing Technical Specialist to lead technical projects, drive continuous improvement, and manage documentation across the brewing operation. This individual contributor role focuses on quality systems, process optimization, and safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role requires at least 7 years of brewing experience, a Diploma in Brewing Science or equivalent, and strong analytical and communication skills to support operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of technical brewing experience.
• Post-secondary education in Science or related field.
• Diploma in Brewing Science or equivalent.
• Knowledge of HACCP, ISO standards and QA principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation including SOPs, work instructions, equipment specifications, and process standards.
• Provide training and communication on technical processes, system updates, and operating procedures to brewing employees.
• Maintain and oversee brewing information systems, quality systems, and related records and documentation.
• Manage brewing capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives with objectives, timelines, and milestones.
• Research, recommend, and implement process improvements and technical upgrades to enhance brewing performance.
• Act as a continuous improvement champion and lead waste reduction and operational excellence initiatives.
• Monitor beer analytical results and adjust recipes, ingredients, process parameters, and operating practices to maintain product quality standards.
• Lead and coordinate brewing trials, ensuring effective planning, execution, and reporting.
• Monitor brewery performance metrics, food safety requirements, microbiological standards, and departmental targets.
• Create and manage maintenance work orders and collaborate with maintenance teams to coordinate and prioritize work activities.
• Monitor wastewater treatment plant performance and recommend improvements.
• Support facility shutdown planning and maintenance activities as needed.
• Conduct departmental health and safety audits and promote safe work practices.
• Support Food Safety Management System (FSMS) implementation and continual improvement.
• Provide backup support to the Brewmaster as required.

Skills

Technical experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Science

Diploma in Brewing Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

Sleeman Breweries in Guelph, Ontario is seeking a Brewing Technical Specialist to lead technical projects, drive continuous improvement, and manage documentation across the brewing operation. This individual contributor role focuses on quality systems, process optimization, and safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role requires at least 7 years of brewing experience, a Diploma in Brewing Science or equivalent, and strong analytical and communication skills to support operations