Senior Manager, Production

Elevate Your Career and Impact at Second Harvest

Location: Etobicoke ON

Date: February 2026

Department: Fleet & Warehouse Operations

Reports to: VP Supply Chain & Logistics

Status: Full-Time (New Position)

Salary: $82000 to $88000 Per Annum Plus Benefits

Work Type: Fully On-Site

The Opportunity AwaitsWhere Passion Meets Impact!

Second Harvest is Canadas largest food rescue organization and the expert in perishable food recovery. We rescue surplus unsold food from across the supply chain and redistribute it to non-profits across the country to feed communities. Demonstrating our values of community environment integrity and collaboration we strive for No Waste. No Hunger.

If you are ready to bring your expertise and innovation to a mission-driven organization this is your moment.

Enter Second Harvest Think were just about redirecting food surplus Think bigger.

Heres why Second Harvest is your next career leap:

• Pioneers in food rescue we are a renowned leader in perishable food redistribution across Canada.
• With a mission fueled by a no-waste no-hunger ethos were not just changing the gamewere rewriting the rules.
• Our strategic approach aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) making every day a step towards global change.

The Role:

Reporting to the Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics the Senior Manager Productionwill ensure health and safety team development and safe and efficient operations for our new production facilities and equipment. This position oversees the launch operation and scaling-up of an in-house vegetable processing facility. You will optimize distribution to ensure that processed vegetables are efficiently distributed to our network of community partners. You will lead by example fostering a positive and collaborative team environment. This position within Fleet and Warehouse Operations will work collaboratively and cross-functionally across the organization.

Your Impact:

• Demonstrate expertise in managing perishable products including QA proper handling storage and the use of specialized equipment such as coolers freezers and staging areas to ensure quality and compliance with safety standards.
• Contribute to inventory control documentation through a daily update of skid counts per zone skid count per category. This crucial information will be fed into a pending planning dashboard.
• Assist in the commissioning and launching of our in-house vegetable processing running manage the inputs production outputs storage and distribution of processed vegetables for our current snack programs. Plan and execute scaling-up/expansions to this program.
• Hire onboard train and mentor all Production staff.
• Ensure that production equipment is sanitary compliant with its PM schedule and is always in excellent working order.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining motivating and leading staff in the food production facility. You will ensure a positive team dynamic and monitor performance/development goals; mentor success establish priorities and evaluate results.
• Secure contingency/redundancy agreements to ensure uninterrupted supply in the event of equipment downtime.
• Provide support for group food sorts and other initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned to support the overall goals of the organization.
  
  

Who You Are:

• Safety-Focused: you prioritize health and safety in all operations ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and maintaining a secure environment for all. Strong working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Building/Fire/Safety/Environmental Codes and Regulations as well as Ministry of Transportation requirements.
• Entrepreneurially minded: This position entails the launch management and expansion of a processing such cost-effective fulfillment and growth is crucial.
• Agile: You are always assessing what works best and are proactive in suggesting more efficient ways of making things happen.
• Communicator: you have a knack for making complex ideas seem clear and simple; team members and peers always know what you are up to.
• Meticulous: you have a very keen attention to detail coupled with the ability to navigate easily between projects and priorities.
• Self-Starter: you have the initiative and drive to get the job done and the ability to prioritize work to meet timelines.
• Technically proficient: You are confident in using MS Office and Teams.
• Valid forklift certification and experience operating warehouse equipment.
• Able to periodically lift push pull 50 pounds stand walk kneel bend and reach.
• Valid Class G drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle to travel for work as needed (mileage compensated).
• Experience with facilities management is considered an asset.
• Sustainabilityminded with a strong interest in environmental stewardship and waste reduction.

Second Harvest Offers a Robust Compensation Package:

• A competitive salary paired with a robust benefits package.
• Comprehensive group insurance (health dental life AD&D and Long-Term disability)
• Employer match contributions (3%) to a Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Access to parental leave top-up.
• 4 weeks of annual vacation & 1 additional day per year of service (max 30).
• 10 paid sick days & 3 personal days.
• Summer Bonus-Days & Winter holiday closure.
• Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Professional growth in a role that makes a real difference.
• Flexible work hours and a commitment to work-life balance.

Apply For This Role:

Ready to lead at the forefront of food security and sustainability Join us at Second Harvest and be part of a team thats not just meeting the standard but setting it.

Apply today and be the change you want to see in the world.

Second Harvest uses AI tools to assist with application screening. We monitor these tools to reduce bias and ensure fair evaluation based on skills and qualifications.

Commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion:

Second Harvest is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals especially those from equity-deserving groups including racialized persons/persons of color Indigenous peoples women persons with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ2S community.

Accessibility & Accommodations:

If you require any accommodations at any stage please contact us via and we will work with you to meet your needs.