Landscape Production Manager

Description The Production Manager is a key operational leader responsible for the successful execution of a portfolio of work while driving safety, productivity, quality, and team development. This role oversees daily field operations, crew performance, and resource allocation to ensure work is completed efficiently and to company standards. Partnering closely with the Branch Manager and Client Relationship Manager, the Production Manager plays a critical role in delivering an exceptional customer experience while leading with an owner’s mindset in a people‑first, employee‑owned organization. Job Summary The Production Manager is responsible for the successful operations of a book of business, ensuring smooth and efficient processes. This role is responsible for safety, productivity, quality control, crew training, and equipment allocation. This position reports to the Branch Manager and works closely with the Client Relationship Manager to guarantee complete client satisfaction. Core Values Culture of Safety is always job #1 A Growing Tradition: Plants, Personally, Financially and Professionally Employee Owned Personal Pride in Success with an Owner's Mentality Exceptional Customer Experience: Delighting our Clients with our Products and Services Good Neighbors Community Pride: Sharing our Success Respectability: Treating Others as we want to be treated Duties and Responsibilities Safety – ensure that all safety policies of the company are enforced Foster a collaborative environment to enhance teamwork and problem‑solving Monitor daily crew performance to meet quality expectations and company standards Interview, hire, support recruiting, training, and development of staff Manage morning dispatch and end‑of‑day shutdown Help identify labor, equipment, and subcontractor needs Perform site audits and create “issues” to ensure high quality Communicate with the Client Relations Manager to ensure the scope of work meets a high standard of quality Job start process – work with sales and Client Relationship Manager(s) to carry out proper new job set‑up Drive productivity and efficiencies Daily time review and accuracy Manage Aspire and other integrated software systems Manage irrigation systems Conduct performance and compensation reviews in coordination with Human Resources Work with Human Resources to address promotions, demotions, corrective actions, terminations, personnel staffing and training needs Anticipate and evaluate equipment needs – manage crew equipment inventory and repair issues Monitor and request tool and supply needsEnsure vehicles, equipment, and yards are kept clean and well maintained Develop service schedules for crews Demonstrate the ability to successfully manage a medium‑size portfolio business and/or large property or properties Proven ability to lead and coordinate a high volume and complexity of teams Requirements Required Skills and Abilities Excellent leadership and management skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to prioritize tasks, delegating when appropriate Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software Able to fulfill the duties of Branch Safety Champion (BSC) Education and Experience Prior landscape experience preferred A minimum of three years of management experience required Physical Requirements Prolonged periods standing, walking, stretching, bending, climbing ladders, kneeling, and pulling Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time Must be physically able to operate power equipment Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position. Job descriptions are not intended and do not create employment contracts. Salary: $64,000–$74,000 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr