Operations Manager

Gordon & MacPhail; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned Scotch whisky producer located in Southwestern Ontario, Canada is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations across bottling and warehousing. This full-time leadership position requires industry knowledge, strong people management skills, and a problem-solving mindset. The ideal candidate will have experience in the drinks industry, educational qualifications comparable to degree level, and familiarity with ERP systems. Join a respected family-owned business committed to quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or comparable experience in supply chain or manufacturing.
• Experience within the drinks industry preferred.
• Knowledge of HMRC regulation for Scotch whisky is essential.
• Strong people leadership experience and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across bottling and warehousing.
• Support long-term development of the business.
• Lead a team in a fast-moving environment.

Skills

People leadership

Problem solving mindset

Effective communication

Creativity in motivation

Education

Degree level education or comparable experience

Institute of Brewers and Distillers Diploma or Certificate in Packaging

Food Safety Level 3 or above

Tools

ERP systems

Manufacturing process systems

Job description

Gordon & MacPhail are looking for a highly motivated Operations Manager to oversee daily operations across bottling and warehousing and to support the long term development of this respected family owned Scotch whisky business.

This is a key leadership role for someone who brings industry knowledge, calm authority and a problem solving approach to a fast moving environment.

What you will bring

• Degree level education or comparable experience in supply chain or manufacturing.
• Experience within the drinks industry is preferred.
• Institute of Brewers and Distillers Diploma or Certificate in Packaging is an advantage.
• Food Safety Level 3 or above.
• HACCP.
• IOSH Managing Safely or similar.
• Familiarity with manufacturing process systems.
• Experience with ERP systems or supply chain planning systems.
• Knowledge of HMRC regulation for Scotch whisky.
• Experience in the Scotch whisky industry or a strong FMCG production background.
• Strong people leadership experience.
• Confident and competent people manager.
• Clear and effective communicator.
• Creative motivator who can deliver performance.
• Problem solving mindset.
• Ability to organise, plan and meet deadlines and operational targets.
• Competent presentation and computer skills.
• Product knowledge and awareness of Scotch whisky is advantageous.
• Self awareness and a desire to grow with the role.

Additional information

• Permanent, full time position.
• Forty hours per week.
• Applications must be submitted by noon on Monday 5 January 2026.

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