We are seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead and grow our origination team. This leadership role focuses on recruiting, training, and supporting Loan Officers (LOs) while ensuring efficient, compliant production across all channels. You will oversee the pipeline, drive team performance, and help scale our business.
Suppose you have experience in mortgage origination, a talent for coaching and motivating teams, and a desire to grow into an executive leadership role. In that case, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities :
Team Leadership & Growth
- Recruit, hire, and train Loan Officers and sales support staff
- Develop structured onboarding and mentorship programs for new hires
- Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and consistent production
Pipeline & Production Management
Oversee daily loan pipeline activity to ensure timely closingsCollaborate with processing, underwriting, and closing teams to remove obstaclesMaintain high standards for loan quality, compliance, and customer serviceTrack key metrics including volume, pull-through, turn times, and loan qualityBusiness Development
Support Loan Officers in building referral networks with real estate agents, builders, and financial professionalsRepresent the company in the community with professionalism and integrityDrive origination growth through coaching, lead management, and referral developmentQualifications :
Minimum 5 years of experience in mortgage originationAt least 2 years in a leadership or production management roleProven track record in recruiting, hiring, and training Loan OfficersStrong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to coach, motivate, and hold teams accountableAbility to drive business growth through effective pipeline management and referral developmentMust reside within commuting distance of Oak Lawn, ILAuthorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship offered)Preferred Qualifications :
Active or previously held NMLS licenseBachelors degreeExperience with independent mortgage banks or smaller lending institutionsKnowledge of MBS or servicing operationsInterest in moving into executive leadership as the business growsCompensation & Benefits :
Base salary : $100,000Bonuses : $10,000 per Loan Officer hire (onboarding and performance milestones)Additional Bonuses : Management bonuses, Overrides, Profit SharingBenefits : Full benefits package, 401(k) with 5% match, paid time off, health insurance, profit-sharingWork Arrangement :
Primarily on-site with field engagement and in-person meetingsReporting Line :
Directly to the CEO