What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at Greenawalt Hospitality?
Hospitality| Auburn, AL / Birmingham, AL | Full-Time | Significant Travel Required
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Live Events. Operations. Leadership.
If you're looking for a position that keeps you moving, gives you responsibility, and takes you to new places, this could be the opportunity you're looking for.
Greenawalt Hospitality provides event production and hospitality services for live experiences throughout the country, from concerts and festivals to sporting events, premium hospitality programs, and major special events. Delivering these experiences successfully requires a dependable team that can plan ahead, adapt quickly, and execute with precision.
As a Production Manager, you'll help turn event plans into successful on-site operations. You'll coordinate people, equipment, transportation, and timelines while helping ensure every event is delivered safely, professionally, and efficiently.
Job Summary
The Production Manager helps oversee the preparation and execution of live events across multiple Greenawalt Hospitality divisions. This is a hands-on operations role that combines event production, logistics, team leadership, and problem-solving in constantly changing environments.
Production Managers are relied upon to keep deployments organized and moving forward. They help coordinate crews, equipment, transportation, schedules, and event requirements while responding to issues as they arise and maintaining a high standard of operational performance.
Key ResponsibilitiesEvent Operations & Execution
Help manage event setup, daily operations, and breakdown of live events and hospitality installations
Coordinate event-specific schedules, logistics, and deployment requirements
Work alongside event managers and company leadership to deliver successful event operations
Confirm that personnel, equipment, and operational requirements are ready before each event begins
Monitor event activities and respond quickly to changing operational needs
Production & Logistics Coordination
Organize the movement, transportation, setup, and return of event equipment
Help prepare trucks, trailers, vehicles, and production equipment for upcoming deployments
Track company equipment, supplies, inventory, and other operational assets
Anticipate transportation and logistical issues and work toward practical solutions
Help ensure equipment and resources arrive where they are needed and when they are needed
Leadership & Team Development
Help direct production crews and hourly event personnel during deployments
Train, coach, and assist new employees as they learn company processes
Encourage dependable communication, teamwork, and personal accountability
Set a strong example for work ethic, professionalism, and customer service
Help create a productive and respectful environment for team members
Operational Support
Provide hands-on assistance with hospitality, food and beverage operations, event infrastructure, and other company services
Operate company vehicles and trailers when properly authorized
Keep vehicles, equipment, storage areas, and workspaces organized and properly maintained
Step into different operational functions when business needs require additional support
Assist other Greenawalt Hospitality divisions during high-volume periods and major deployments
Safety, Standards & Accountability
Follow and reinforce company operating procedures, safety requirements, and workplace standards
Inspect equipment and work areas and communicate potential safety or maintenance issues
Maintain a professional, dependable, and detail-oriented approach throughout event deployments
Complete required records, checklists, inventory information, and other operational documentation accurately
Help protect company property and ensure equipment is handled responsibly
Why You'll Love This Career
No two weeks are guaranteed to look the same.
You could be helping prepare a large music festival one week, supporting premium hospitality at a college sporting event the next, and then traveling to another market to help deliver a major special event.
You'll work with an experienced team, visit venues throughout the Southeast and other parts of the country, and contribute directly to events experienced by thousands of people.
This is an opportunity to build practical leadership experience while developing skills in event operations, logistics, production, and hospitality.
Who Thrives Here?
You'll likely do well in this role if you:
Lead through your actions and aren't afraid to get involved
Enjoy practical, hands-on work and being part of the operation
Stay calm and resourceful when unexpected problems come up
Perform well when schedules and priorities change quickly
Are comfortable spending substantial time on the road
Take ownership of details, equipment, schedules, and responsibilities
Communicate clearly with coworkers, managers, vendors, and clients
Are interested in developing toward larger operations and leadership responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma required; college coursework or a degree in Hospitality, Business, Operations, Logistics, or a related discipline is beneficial
Experience in event production, hospitality, logistics, operations, construction, project coordination, or a comparable hands-on environment is preferred
Prior experience supervising employees, crews, or projects is strongly preferred
Valid driver's license and ability to qualify under the company's vehicle insurance requirements
Physical ability to load, unload, carry, and reposition equipment as part of normal event operations
Willingness to work outside and in changing weather conditions
Excellent organization, communication, follow-through, and problem-solving abilities
Availability for nights, weekends, holidays, overnight trips, and variable schedules based on event demands
Compensation
Starting Salary: $45,000 annually
Additional compensation opportunities may include:
Per diem for qualifying travel
Additional pay for premium deployments
Tips associated with eligible events
Opportunities for increased responsibility and performance-based advancement
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Uber/Lyft SafeRide Program
Additional company benefits
Travel Requirement
This role involves substantial travel, with approximately 50–120 travel days per year depending on the event calendar and business needs. Travel may include overnight stays as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays.
This position is designed for someone who is comfortable with an event-driven schedule rather than a predictable Monday–Friday office routine.
If the idea of traveling to different markets, taking ownership of event operations, leading teams, and helping deliver large-scale live experiences appeals to you, we'd like to hear from you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Greenawalt Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to maintaining an inclusive workplace for employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business requirements, and operational needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000