Recruiting Production Manager
Production Manager – Recruiting, Training & Crew Development
The primary responsibility of this position is to recruit, onboard, train, and develop painters and subcontractor crews while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to CertaPro standards. This role combines field leadership, recruiting, coaching, and production management to help build and maintain a high-performing workforce.
The Northern Westchester & Southern CT offices of CertaPro Painters are seeking an energetic, organized, and people-focused individual to join our team as a Recruiting Production Manager.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys building teams, developing people, and managing field operations. The right candidate will play a key role in growing our workforce, improving crew performance, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.
What You'll Do
Recruiting & Workforce Development
- Recruit painters, crew leaders, and subcontractor painting crews
- Build relationships with local trade schools, community organizations, and industry contacts
- Conduct interviews, reference checks, and candidate evaluations
- Maintain a pipeline of qualified painters and crews to support company growth
- Attend hiring events, job fairs, and networking opportunities as needed
Onboarding & Training
- Lead onboarding for new painters and crews
- Train team members on company standards, safety requirements, and production processes
- Coach painters and crew leaders on best practices, communication, and jobsite professionalism
- Conduct regular field visits to evaluate quality and provide feedback
- Develop and maintain training materials and standard operating procedures
Production Management
- Support and manage active painting projects in the field
- Ensure crews understand and execute project specifications
- Monitor productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction
- Address jobsite challenges and resolve issues proactively
- Conduct project inspections and quality assurance visits
- Support scheduling and workforce planning
Customer Experience
- Build strong relationships with customers throughout the project lifecycle
- Handle customer concerns professionally and turn challenges into opportunities
- Represent the CertaPro brand with integrity and professionalism
Qualifications
Preferred
- Painting industry experience
- Residential and/or commercial painting knowledge
- Experience leading crews or managing field operations
- Recruiting, hiring, or training experience
- Construction, home improvement, or trade industry experience
We Will Train the Right Person
If you have strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, we are willing to train the right candidate on our systems and processes.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong leadership and coaching abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable interviewing and evaluating candidates
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Self-motivated and results-driven
- Problem solver with a positive attitude
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Strong computer and technology skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a major plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary ($60,000-$75,000+ depending on experience)
- Performance Bonus Opportunities
- Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Laptop/Computer Provided
- Paid Training and Professional Development
- Company IRA Match (Retirement Savings)
- Healthcare Program with Company Contribution
- Growth Opportunities Within a Rapidly Expanding Organization
Requirements
- Full-time commitment
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel throughout Westchester County and Fairfield County
- Available for occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends
- Ability to work both in the office and in the field
- Authorized to work in the United States
About CertaPro Painters
At CertaPro Painters, we don't just paint homes and businesses—we build careers, develop people, and create exceptional customer experiences. We are looking for someone who takes pride in developing others, building great teams, and helping our company continue to grow.
If you're passionate about people, leadership, and field operations, we'd love to talk with you.
