Production Manager

Down to Earth Landscaping, Inc. is a professional horticultural organization, providing Landscape Construction, Landscape Maintenance and Irrigation Service/Installations throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining premier properties while building lasting relationships throughout the region. We currently serve clients from branch locations in New Jersey and Virginia. To learn more, please visit our website:

• Assist Area Manager in assigning crews to properties and ensuring proper labor, materials, and equipment allocation
• Support communication with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Assist in monitoring job progress and providing on-site guidance to ensure work meets company standards
• Assist with enforcement of safety procedures and policies in the field and at the shop
• Conduct routine property inspections to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to contract specifications
• Assist in adjusting manpower based on client requests, job priorities, and weather conditions
• Ensure crews have proper tools, vehicles, and materials for each job
• Assist in maintaining inventory of materials including fertilizer, turf application products, mulch, and plant materials
• Work closely with Area Managers and the Branch Manager to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve issues promptly
• Communicate daily with the Branch Manager, Area Manager, and Office Manager regarding progress, crew performance, and challenges
• Assist in tracking labor hours, equipment usage, and job costs for budget control
• Maintain accurate inventory of all equipment, parts, and shop supplies
• Establish and maintain minimum and maximum stock levels based on seasonal demand
• Track usage of high-turnover equipment and items and reorder as needed to prevent shortages
• Work closely with the mechanic to identify required parts and prioritize repairs
• Maintain records of repairs, parts installed, and equipment service history
• Ensure all chemical products are properly stored and labeled
• Assist with keeping shop areas clean, safe, and OSHA-compliant
• Assist with preventive maintenance schedules and tracking of fleet vehicles and equipment
• Oversee equipment maintenance schedules and report mechanical needs to the mechanic, Area Manager, and Branch Manager
• Assist with maintenance of the house and yard, enforcing tenants' responsibilities
• Assist with management of the VA lawn care program

Pay: $60, $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person