Production Manager – JR Bolton

Company: JR Bolton
Location: Sugar Hill / Buford, GA
Industry: Residential Home Services (HVAC & Fireplaces)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us
JR Bolton has been a trusted name in home comfort across Northeast Georgia for over 40 years. We specialize in HVAC systems and fireplace solutions, and we take pride in doing things the right way — for our customers, our teams, and our community. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for strong operational leaders who want to make a real impact.

The Role
This is not a dispatcher or a coordinator role. This is a hands-on HVAC Production Manager position for someone who thrives on pace, structure, and results.

You will run the daily production engine — making sure crews are ready, materials are in place, installs start strong, and performance targets are hit. If you enjoy solving problems before they become fires and taking ownership of outcomes, this role was built for you.

What You’ll Do

Daily Production & Crew Leadership
Lead the daily launch of HVAC and fireplace installation crews
Keep jobs moving on schedule and eliminate downtime
Set clear expectations and keep crews aligned and productive

Purchasing, Materials & Install Readiness
Review sold jobs to ensure scopes are clear, complete, and install-ready
Build accurate material lists and create purchase orders for upcoming installs
Coordinate with vendors to ensure equipment and materials arrive on time
Eliminate install delays caused by missing or incorrect materials
Partner with sales and install teams to resolve scope issues early

Performance Tracking & Metrics
Own daily production dashboards and scoreboards
Track labor hours, revenue per crew, and revenue per hour
Spot trends, identify issues early, and take action fast

Labor Efficiency & Job Flow
Manage labor efficiency and daily production capacity
Solve scheduling conflicts and production bottlenecks
Keep the install pipeline full and flowing

Job Health & Cash Flow Protection
Ensure jobs are properly closed out and funded
Monitor job status, AR items, and PO alignment
Protect cash flow by keeping installs clean and complete

Process Ownership & Continuous Improvement
Execute and enforce JR Bolton production SOPs
Ensure documentation, photos, and close-outs meet standards
Continuously improve production systems as volume grows

Who Thrives Here
People who take ownership and follow through
People who think ahead instead of reacting
People who care about doing the job right the first time
People who like clear goals, clear systems, and clear

Requirements

Experience managing HVAC or construction production, installs, or field operations
Strong comfort with numbers, dashboards, and daily reporting
Experience with purchasing, material planning, or PO creation
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven
Confident holding teams accountable with professionalism
Comfort working in fast-paced, high-volume environments

Preferred
HVAC or construction operations experience
Understanding of labor efficiency, job costing, and install workflows
Experience leading install crews or production teams
Vendor coordination or supply chain experience

Benefits

What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Strong systems and clear expectations
Supportive leadership team
Real opportunity to grow into senior operations leadership
A respected local company with a long-term vision

Apply Today
If you’re ready to take ownership of production, lead from the front, and help drive the next chapter of a 40+ year Georgia company — we want to hear from you.

JR Bolton is an equal-opportunity employer.