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Pay Range: $60,000–$70,000 per year , depending on experience
About Us
At New Jersey Best, we’ve proudly served homeowners for over 30 years with expert lawn sprinkler, fencing, and seasonal lighting services. Our success is built on reliability, craftsmanship, and a dedication to customer satisfaction.
We’re looking for a Production Manager to lead our scheduling and field coordination efforts. If you’re organized, tech-savvy, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this could be the opportunity for you.
Position Overview
The Production Manager plays a central role in our daily operations, ensuring all field crews are efficiently routed, schedules stay full, and jobs are completed on time. You’ll be responsible for planning each day’s technician routes in advance, sending customer notifications, and approving field staff hours . This is a leadership role that reports directly to ownership and works closely with the office team, sales reps, field foreman and the owner.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and manage daily job schedules for service and installation crews
- Route technicians the day before and ensure they are fully prepared with accurate job details
- Send customer notifications and appointment reminders via email or text
- Collaborate with the office staff and sales team to fill openings and minimize downtime
- Track job progress throughout the day and make real-time adjustments to the schedule as needed
- Approve hours for all field (outside) employees and ensure accuracy in timesheets
- Use internal systems and Microsoft Office to manage scheduling, reporting, and communication
- Communicate effectively with customers and team members to resolve issues as they arise
- Identify and implement improvements to maximize production and field efficiency
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of experience in scheduling, operations, or production coordination (preferably in a service-based or trades industry)
- Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Capable of learning software quickly, including platforms such as Pest Pac,and Zoho; prior experience with field service software is a plus. Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities under pressure
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Independent, self-motivated, and ready to take ownership of the role without needing basic training
Bonus Points For
- Industry experience in irrigation, fencing, landscaping, construction, or home services
- Understanding of efficient crew routing and field service logistics
- Prior leadership or supervisor experience involving field staff
What We Offer
- $60,000–$70,000/year , based on experience
- 401(k) with company match
- Health insurance available after 90 days
- Paid company holidays
- Stability and long-term growth opportunity with an established company
If you’re ready to lead scheduling, routing, and field team coordination for a company that values precision and professionalism, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career with New Jersey Best.
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