What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager - Landscaping position at Sperber Landscape Companies of Kona LLC?
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the production of assigned landscape installation or incidental work as directed by the Landscape Project Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To successfully fulfill this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Receive assignments from Landscape Construction Management.
- Execute assignments by direct supervision of crew members with minimum assistance.
- Study plans and specifications prior to start up meeting.
- Uses plans and specifications to carry out landscape installation work.
- Plans for labor and equipment deployment for most efficient and proactive operations. Submits and discusses plans with Construction LC Manager. Submits material orders to Expeditor, or orders themselves.
- Enforces compliance with project budgets.
- Trains and instructs crew members.
- Ensure proper care, use, storage, maintenance & handling of tools, equipment & materials.
- Strictly enforces company safety program, policies and procedures.
- Recognizes and anticipates problems, participates in problem solving with superiors, promptly implements solutions.
- Complies with all established company policies and procedures.
- Works five consecutive 8-hour days during assigned business hours, weather permitting, and is available to work overtime if requested.
- Ability to work at a pace that is aligned with production standards and expectations set by Managers
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Ability to effectively understand and communicate with manager, customer and fellow crew members.
- Possession of a valid California driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the Company’s insurance carrier.
- Must be able to read and write English.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION’S ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ability to lift and carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds of landscape material and equipment daily.
- Ability to start and use all power equipment without aid from others.
- Ability to walk, stand, squat and kneel repetitively daily.
- Makes frequent repetitive movements with the left & right hand, wrist, ankle and knee.
- Ability to twist, turn and bend the trunk of the body frequently.
WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING POSITION'S ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Inside an office environment as well as outdoors in temperatures ranging from cold 20° to a heat of 100° and exposure to light rain.
- Exposure to dust, pollen, chemicals, noise, and pollutants related to the landscape industry (fertilizer, pesticide, etc.).
- Machinery/equipment noise.