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Working Production Manager- Landscape Design Build

Lotus Gardenscapes

Dexter, MI 48130 • 8/21/2026

Job Description

Job Description

TheWorking Production Manageris responsible for overseeing the successful execution, communication, coordination, and operational readiness of assigned production routes within the Design-Build Division.

Primary Objective: Ensure assigned crews have the information, materials, leadership, support, and operational clarity required to execute projects efficiently, safely, and professionally.

Core Areas of Ownership & Responsibilities

1. Route Ownership & Production Oversight

  • Support assigned crews daily
  • Maintain visibility into active work
  • Monitor production momentum and schedule adherence
  • Identify operational bottlenecks proactively
  • Support route efficiency and labor coordination
  • Adjust short-term schedules as needed
  • Provide field leadership and operational problem solving

2. Crew Support & Field Leadership

  • Conduct daily site visits/check-ins
  • Support Crew Leaders with field decisions
  • Assist with operational problem solving
  • Support safety and accountability standards
  • Coach and develop Crew Leaders
  • Support training and leadership development
  • Float between assigned crews and assist strategically

3. Production Readiness & Short-Term Planning

  • Review upcoming projects proactively
  • Identify missing information before production begins
  • Coordinate with Division Manager regarding purchasing and readiness
  • Verify jobs are operationally ready
  • Ensure operations notes and job information are accurate
  • Identify production risks and constraints early
  • Support route sequencing and production flow

4. Client Communication & Coordination

  • Send 1-week client notifications
  • Send 24-hour production notifications
  • Provide weekly updates on large projects
  • Communicate production progress and schedule updates
  • Coordinate directly with Sales regarding active projects
  • Escalate major concerns appropriately

5. Operational Communication & Reporting

  • Ensure crews complete required reporting
  • Review daily 4@4 updates
  • Communicate production concerns proactively
  • Update Slack channels appropriately
  • Maintain operational communication flow
  • Support clean Aspire workflows

6. Schedule & Labor Coordination

  • Adjust daily schedules as needed
  • Reallocate labor between assigned crews
  • Call operational audibles in the field
  • Coordinate with Division Manager regarding larger schedule impacts
  • Support weather and emergency adjustments

7. Purchasing & Material Coordination

  • Verify materials are prepared ahead of production
  • Coordinate with Division Manager regarding procurement needs
  • Identify missing materials proactively
  • Support material staging and readiness
  • Handle approved emergency purchasing

Success Measures (KPIs)

  • Production & Route Performance:Schedule adherence, route efficiency, production momentum, and reduction in downtime
  • Crew Support & Leadership:Crew support effectiveness, Crew Leader development, and communication responsiveness
  • Production Readiness:Material readiness success, reduction in operational surprises, and reduction in emergency purchasing

Core Leadership Expectations

  • Think proactively instead of reactively
  • Maintain calm under pressure
  • Protect production momentum
  • Support crews quickly and consistently
  • Communicate clearly and professionally
  • Solve problems before they impact crews

Standard Operating Principle

“Plan ahead, support crews quickly, communicate clearly, and remove obstacles before they slow production.”

Job Type: Full-time

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