Production Manager

Production Manager 

Location: Oak Lawn, IL (On-site/Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time 

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Education

 Bachelor's Degree Compensation: $91,000 $100,000 

Role Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Manager to lead and grow our mortgage origination team. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for recruiting, training, and supporting Loan Officers while ensuring efficient, compliant production across all channels. The ideal candidate will combine operational expertise with strong leadership skills to drive performance and maintain high standards.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Growth

• Recruit, hire, and train Loan Officers and sales support staff
• Develop structured onboarding and mentorship programs
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and consistent production

Pipeline Management

• Oversee daily loan pipeline activity to ensure timely closings
• Collaborate with processing, underwriting, and closing teams to resolve issues
• Maintain high standards for loan quality, compliance, and customer service

Production Oversight

• Drive origination growth through coaching and lead management
• Monitor key metrics including volume, pull-through, turn times, and quality
• Ensure compliance with company policies, agency guidelines, and regulations

Business Development

• Support Loan Officers in building referral networks with real estate agents, builders, and financial professionals
• Represent the company professionally in the community

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mortgage origination
• At least 2 years in a leadership or production management role
• Strong knowledge of FNMA, FHA, VA guidelines and Encompass LOS
• Proven success in recruiting and developing Loan Officers
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• NMLS license preferred (active or previously held)
• Must reside within commuting distance of Oak Lawn, IL