James (Christian) Jayroe

James Christian Jayroe

Plant Manager | Operations Leader | Skilled Trades Professional

Bilingual (English / Spanish – conversational)

Professional Summary

Results-driven operations and plant management professional with over 7 years of leadership experience in manufacturing and workforce management. Proven ability to lead teams of 60+ employees, oversee payroll and scheduling, and manage high-volume production environments generating up to $750,000+ in monthly revenue. Known for consistency, integrity, and a strong work ethic guided by the belief that how you do anything is how you do everything. Highly dependable, trustworthy, and hands-on, with extensive experience in construction, landscaping, and property services.

Professional Experience

Plant Manager

Plantation Shutters for Men

2008 – 2015

Managed day-to-day operations of a shutters and blinds manufacturing facility

Supervised and led approximately 60 employees, including production staff, installers, and office personnel

Oversaw payroll, employee scheduling, attendance, and performance management

Coordinated production timelines to meet deadlines during peak demand periods

Managed inventory, quality control, and workflow efficiency

Played a key role in generating up to $750,000+ in revenue during peak months

Ensured workplace safety, accountability, and consistent production standards

Worked closely with office management to align operations with sales and customer expectations

Office Manager (Concurrent Role)

Handled administrative operations including payroll processing and scheduling

Supported hiring, onboarding, and employee coordination

Maintained records, reports, and operational documentation

Additional Experience

Landscaping & Lawn Care

Lawn maintenance, trimming, edging, and property upkeep

Commercial and residential landscaping services

Fencing

Installation and repair of wood, chain-link, vinyl, and other fencing types

Residential and commercial fence projects

Painting

Interior and exterior painting

Surface preparation, priming, and finishing

Handyman Services

General repairs, maintenance, and property improvement

Reliable, detail-oriented work across multiple trades

Skills & Strengths

Plant & Operations Management

Team Leadership & Supervision

Payroll & Scheduling

Revenue & Production Oversight

Manufacturing & Quality Control

Skilled Trades & Property Services

Time Management & Consistency

Trustworthy, Dependable, Results-Oriented

Languages

English – Fluent

Spanish – Conversational / Bilingual

Professional Values

Strong belief in accountability, consistency, and excellence

Lives by the principle: “How you do anything is how you do everything.”

Known for reliability, honesty, and dedication — qualities verifiable by employers, companies, or franchises