Job Description

Position:

Brewer

Location:

Guelph, Ontario

Level:

Individual Contributor

Benefits and Perks:

At Sleeman Breweries, you’ll have access to benefits that support you today and help you plan for tomorrow:

● Competitive compensation

● RRSP-matching program to help you save for retirement

● A commitment to work-life balance

● Benefits coverage for partners and kids

● Parental leave top-up for primary and secondary caregivers

● Employee product credit

● Tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees

● Employee and family assistance program

● Discount program with access to perks from big brands and local favourites

● Professional development opportunities including mentorship and leadership development

If you require an accommodation or an accessible format at any stage of the application or hiring process, please let the recruitment team know. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.

Why Join Sleeman Breweries?

What’s your story? Ours is about pushing boundaries to create Canada’s third-largest brewery known for unique craft and world-class brands enjoyed across the country.

As part of Sapporo Breweries, our story includes Sleeman Breweries in Ontario, Okanagan Spring Brewery in B.C., Wild Rose Brewery in Alberta, and Unibroue in Quebec.

When you join Sleeman Breweries, you join a company deeply committed to quality, sustainability, and creating an outstanding employee experience. People here care about what they do and the people they work with. Write your next chapter with us at Sleeman Breweries.

Get an inside look at what it’s like working at Sleeman Breweries by following @LifeAtSleeman on Instagram

Purpose and Impact

The Brewer is responsible for producing high-quality wort and bright beer that meet established quality standards while supporting safe and efficient brewing operations. This role plays an important part in maintaining product quality, operating brewing equipment, and ensuring sanitation and cleaning procedures are completed in accordance with brewery standards.

Responsibilities

Brewing Operations

• Produce wort within specifications in the brewhouse and transfer product to fermenters.

• Perform yeast handling activities and support fermentation processes.

• Operate brewing equipment, including centrifuges, filters, and associated systems.

Quality & Production Support

• Supply the packaging department with high-quality bright beer that meets production standards.

• Perform data entry, spreadsheet calculations, and analytical tasks to support production activities.

• Monitor production results and maintain accurate operational records.

Cleaning & Sanitation

• Clean-in-place (CIP) brewing equipment, tanks, centrifuges, filters, and associated systems.

• Maintain CIP checklists and ensure sanitation procedures are completed accurately.

• Remove recycling and waste materials as required to maintain housekeeping standards.

Material Handling & General Support

• Handle brewing materials, including malt, hops, and other raw materials.

• Perform cleaning and other production-related duties as assigned.

• Support safe, efficient, and organized brewery operations at all times.

Skills and Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor of Science degree or Brewing College Diploma

• Hands-on brewing experience considered an asset

• Mechanical aptitude with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of CIP systems, brewery cleaning chemicals, and WHMIS requirements

• Strong mathematical and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

• Positive attitude with the ability to multitask and work reliably in a team environment

• Physically capable of standing for extended periods and performing occasional medium to heavy lifting (up to 30 kg)

• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a production environment

• Ability to perform duties to a high standard with minimal supervision

• Ability to operate a forklift; in-house training and certification provided

• Successful completion of a brewing knowledge assessment

Work Environment (Hybrid/Onsite)
This is an onsite position located in a brewery production environment. The role requires regular operation of production equipment, exposure to brewing and cleaning processes, extended periods of standing, material handling, and occasional heavy lifting.

Think you have what we need but your credentials don’t perfectly line up? That’s OK! We know that some job seekers miss opportunities if they think their qualifications don’t fit. If you believe your skills and experience can make a difference here, we encourage you to apply!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Sleeman Breweries, we believe that better beer, and better workplaces, happen when people feel welcomed and valued for the differences they bring.

We are committed to fair hiring practices free from discrimination, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We use AI to support parts of our recruitment process; however, hiring decisions are always made by people and aligned with our commitment to fairness, consistency, and equal opportunity.

BETTER BEER. BETTER PEOPLE. GETTING BETTER

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected to proceed will be contacted.