Production Manager

Santa Rita Landscaping; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

401(k) match

Professional development

Great culture

Job summary

Santa Rita Landscaping is seeking a Production Manager to lead field crews, ensure high-quality, profitable work, and uphold safety standards. You will monitor labor budgets and coordinate with account managers to meet client expectations while preparing resources for upcoming jobs.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in commercial landscaping at foreman level or higher; a horticulture degree is preferred but not required, and Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in commercial landscaping at foreman level or higher.
• Degree in horticulture or related field preferred but not required.
• Spanish language familiarity preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of safety practices for crews, the public and environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field staff and manage client jobs for quality and profitability.
• Maintain safety standards and adhere to company policies.
• Apply landscape maintenance knowledge to boost branch success.
• Control labor costs and manage materials used on jobs.
• Coordinate with Crew Leads and Account Managers on client expectations.
• Schedule work in Aspire for efficient crew routing.
• Approve daily crew time and ensure paperwork flow.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Budget management

Spanish language

Landscape maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

Horticulture related degree

Tools

Aspire scheduling

Job description

For almost 40 years, Santa Rita Landscaping has been serving the Phoenix and Tucson markets. Known as one of Arizona's largest and best companies for landscape management, we believe that customer service is an attitude, not a department, and use that philosophy to create lasting relationships with our customers. The Customer Experience is at the center of every decision made at Santa Rita Landscaping, no matter how big or small!

Job Description

The Opportunity

Growth creates opportunity! We are seeking an A-Player to join our vibrant local business, which is part of a progressive horticultural organization with national reach. As a Production Manager, you'll:

• Supervise field staff and manage client jobs to ensure the crews consistently performs high quality work, meet client requirements and fulfill them in a profitable and efficient manner
• Follow company policies and procedures in order to maintain all operations and meet safety standards
• Use your knowledge of landscape maintenance, landscape equipment, and labor & quality control to boost the overall success of the branch
• Supervise crew performance and control direct costs such as labor and materials
• Monitor and maintain Labor Budgets along with other direct and indirect costs to ensure Income from Operations is met
• Work closely with Crew Leads and Account Managers to ensure client expectations are met
• Work with Shop Manager and Account Manager to assure proper equipment and material is ready for upcoming jobs
• Demonstrate role model behaviors on ethics and integrity as well as positively promoting company culture and safety
• Schedule new and existing work in Aspire to reflect the most efficient routing for each crew
• Review and approve daily crew time in Aspire
• Provide accurate and timely paperwork flow between field and office

If this sounds exciting to you, we are seeking a leader with these qualifications:

• Candidates must have a minimum of two years' experience in commercial landscaping at the crew foreman level or higher.
• A degree in the field of horticulture, turf grass science, landscape technology or related field is preferred but not required.
• Functional proficiency in speaking and understanding Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with the best practices regarding safety for crew members, the public, and the environment.

As a Production Manager, you will enjoy:

• Competitive salary, plus a healthy performance-based incentive program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company Vehicle for work purposes
• Full suite of health insurance -- medical, dental, vision, etc.
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development opportunities
• Exceptional company culture

Pay Range

$55K -$71K

Location Information

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At HeartLand, we believe in the inherent worth of every individual. Guided by our core principle of Respect — “We believe in the Golden Rule” — we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and fairness.

Our teams reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, knowing that diversity makes us stronger and more effective.

We are intentional in cultivating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered to grow. Through equitable practices and a culture of inclusion, we ensure that opportunity is extended to all.

At HeartLand, we don’t just grow landscapes — we grow people. That’s how we create enduring value for our team, our clients, and our communities.

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