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.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to CertaPro Painters Corporate.