Production Systems Manager

Fresh Prep Foods Inc • Vancouver, BC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Fresh Prep — a dynamic leader revolutionizing how Canadians experience food through sustainable meal kit delivery. As one of Canada's fastest-growing companies and a certified B Corporation, we're committed to making it easier for people to eat well and live better. We're proud to be recognized as a workplace where innovation meets impact. Our numerous accolades — including BC's Top Employers 2025, placement on The Globe and Mail's prestigious Canada's Top Growing Companies list, and recognition as one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies — reflect our commitment to excellence in both customer experience and employee satisfaction. Our collaborative culture brings together passionate food lovers, sustainability champions, and tech innovators who are reshaping the future of food delivery.

Requirements

• 3+ years in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Expert in SQL & BigQuery with the ability to join disparate data sources.
• Expert-level Excel/Google Sheets (VBA, AppScript, or complex formulas).
• Experience with ERPs, Time/Attendance software, and E-commerce APIs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to speak the language of production operators.

Responsibilities

• Build a best-in-class planning engine to convert demand into optimized daily schedules using lean principles (flow, pull, Takt).
• Model and balance labor, materials, and machines to maximize throughput and address bottlenecks.
• Develop live dashboards to monitor KPIs and track budget vs. plan vs. actual performance.
• Use real-time data to identify waste, adjust for yield variances, and refine production plans.
• Build clean, reliable datasets and apply predictive models (scheduling, sequencing) to improve efficiency and automated decision recommendations.
• Continuously improve forecasts using historical trends, promotions, and seasonality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary that recognizes your skills and experience.
• An opportunity to work with the team at our vibrant East Vancouver HQ.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after 90 days.
• Exclusive food perks to experience our amazing products.
• A culture that celebrates innovation and supports work-life balance.
• The opportunity to work for a certified B-Corp making a tangible difference.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees