Overview

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day manufacturing operations through a hands-on leadership approach, to evolve the company forward, optimize efficiency, ensure all targets and quality levels are met, and ensure excellence across production, quality, and logistics. The ideal candidate will have a well established history of beverage production management experience and positive results.

Role Overview

The Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of the manufacturing operation including the day-to-day production activities, scheduling, planning, coordination, execution of general daily plant operations. This role also leads CAPEX strategies and drives profitability targets through metrics and efficiencies, working closely with senior management, team leads and managers. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance daily production expertise with strategic planning and practical execution. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and must have strong technical experience in food/beverage manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee daily production operations to meet quality, safety, and efficiency/output targets.
- Ensure all planning and preparation for production schedules is in place.
- Apply next level thinking to drive continuous improvement and evolution throughout the facility, drive evolution and improvements.
- Manage scheduling of production runs, inventory, and staffing plans.
- Ensure SQF compliant facility at all times and promote safety and quality mindsets.
- Promptly identify key challenges and deficiencies and engage the proper resources as necessary to resolve including CAPAs.
- Work in strong partnership with Quality Control & Assurance to ensure a quality first commitment.




- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) where needed to ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (SQF, HACCP, CFIA, FDA, etc.)
- Employ a servant leadership approach to lead, train, and support production staff to foster a safe, productive, team oriented positive workplace.
- Collaborate with leadership to qualify new opportunities, strategize, prepare budgets, plan capacity, and manage resources.
- Oversee and ensure accurate management of supplies inventories.
- Monitor KPIs such as yield, downtime, cost per unit, and customer order fulfillment.
- Work closely with suppliers, co-pack clients, and logistics partners to ensure smooth operations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and support company growth.
- Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and maintain a safe work environment.
- Support the scaling of the facility, including equipment upgrades, automation, and process improvements.

Qualifications

- 5+ years of experience in operations management within food & beverage manufacturing or packaging.
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Food Science, Microbiology or similar field.
- Strong understanding of batching processes, brix and pH measurements.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, coach, and motivate a team.
- Solid understanding of food safety regulations, GMP, SQF and HACCP.
- Experience with production scheduling,



inventory control, and supply chain management.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Mechanical aptitude is beneficial.
- Comfortable in a hands-on role with a growing company where adaptability is key.
- Robust communication skills to work with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
- Proficiency with production management software, ERP systems, or related tools (an asset).

What We Offer

- Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing company.
- Hands-on exposure to all aspects of beverage bottling operations.
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
- Compensation is total compensation including potential performance-based bonus.

Language: English (required)

Work Location: Brantford, On.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this position.

This position is integral to maintaining operational excellence while fostering growth opportunities for staff members. We seek candidates who are committed to leadership development and organizational success through strategic planning and exceptional team management skills.

Pay: $60,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brantford, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have direct experience with beverage pasteurization processes?
- Have you specifically held an Operations Manager or General Manager role and been fully responsible for production in a Food or Beverage Manufacturer?
- Are you a certified SQF Practitioner?

Experience:

- Food/Beverage manufacturing facility: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Operations Manager - Beverage Manufacturing (Brantford)
🏢 Important Company of the Sector
📍 Brantford