PRODUCTION MANAGER

Job Description Job Description Production Manager Green Lake Nursery | Full-Time | Nursery Operations
Green Lake Nursery is seeking an experienced and motivated Production Manager to lead daily nursery production operations and drive efficiency, quality, safety, and team performance. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing production activities, including transplanting, sticking, potting, and related production-line operations while ensuring production schedules are completed on time and according to company standards. [Job Descri...9-23-2026 | Word]
Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise production teams and crew leaders in daily nursery operations.
Plan, coordinate, and execute production schedules while managing labor, equipment, and materials.
Oversee production supply purchasing, inventory levels, forecasting, and vendor coordination.
Ensure product quality, inventory accuracy, and timely completion of production goals.
Partner with Growing, Logistics, Inventory, Maintenance, and other departments to maintain efficient workflow.
Monitor productivity, labor utilization, material usage, and operational performance metrics.
Train, coach, and develop employees while fostering a positive, accountable team culture.
Champion workplace safety through training, hazard identification, and compliance with company procedures.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. [Job Descri...9-23-2026 | Word]
Qualifications 5+ years of leadership experience in a production, nursery, agriculture, horticulture, manufacturing, or related environment preferred.
Strong experience with production scheduling, labor planning, inventory management, quality control, and team leadership.
Knowledge of purchasing processes, supplier coordination, and material forecasting preferred.
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills preferred.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, seasonal production environment. [Job Descri...9-23-2026 | Word]
What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can effectively manage people, processes, and resources while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, accountability, and operational excellence. This individual will help ensure Green Lake Nursery consistently delivers high-quality products while supporting employee development and continuous improvement initiatives. [Job Descri...9-23-2026 | Word]
Join Green Lake Nursery and play a key leadership role in growing a high-performing team and delivering exceptional nursery products to our customers. [Job Descri...9-23-2026 | Word]

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