MICHAEL J MITCHELL
11893 JIM WEBB DR
EL PASO, TX 79934
(253) 777-6340 ( Cell )
michael.j.mitchell2@us.army.mil
Career Objectives
Summary of Qualifications
Work History
Jun 21, 2005 - Sep 09, 2009
Jan 19, 1999 - Jan 26, 2005
Education
Jun 1996
Occupational Experience
I wanna own my own business someday
I have over 6 years of manufactural experience as a machine operator, material handler, quality auditor,
shipping and recieving then i spent over 4 years in the United States Army as a 88M motor transport
operator. I also did 92A work which is supply
US Army - Texas
Transportation
Operate all wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat
operations. Manage trucking of personnel being transported. Oversee and check proper loading and
unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers. Secure cargo against inclement weather, pilferage, and
damage. Operate vehicle component material handling equipment (MHE), as required. Employ land
navigation techniques. Must be knowledgeable with the operation of radios and weapons when they are
mounted on the vehicle. Perform vehicle self-recovery and field expedients to include towing vehicles.
Correct or reports all vehicle deficiencies; support mechanics where necessary. Prepare vehicle for
movement/shipment by air, rail, or vessel.
PlasticSource - El Paso, Texas
Machine Operator/QA
I started as a Machine Operator for 2 years then I start doing quality work for about 3 years. In between i
also worked as a material handler, shipping and recieving clerk
Parkland H.S. - El Paso, Texas
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
Graduated: Yes
Plastic Molding and Casting Machine Operators and Tenders ( 4 yrs 6 mos )
1. Breaks seals that hold plastic product in molds, using hand tool, and 3 to 4 years
removes product from mold.
2. Dumps plastic powder, preformed plastic pellets, or preformed rubber slugs 3 to 4 years
into hopper of molding machine.
3. Examines molded product for surface defects, such as dents, bubbles, thin 3 to 4 years
areas, and cracks.
4. Feels stiffness and consistency of molded sheeting to detect machinery 3 to 4 years
malfunction.
5. Fills tubs, molds, or cavities of machine with plastic material in solid or liquid 3 to 4 years
form prior to activating machine.
6. Heats plastic material prior to forming product or cools product after 3 to 4 years
processing to prevent distortion.
7. Mixes and pours liquid plastic into rotating drum of machine that spreads, 1 to 2 years
hardens, and shapes mixture.
8. Observes continuous operation of automatic machine and width and 3 to 4 years
alignment of plastic sheeting to ensure side flanges.
9. Observes meters and gauges to verify specified temperatures, pressures, 3 to 4 years
and press-cycle times.
10. Positions mold frame to correct alignment and tubs containing mixture on 3 to 4 years
top of mold to facilitate loading of molds.
 11. Pulls level and toggle latches to fill mold and regulate tension on sheeting 3 to 4 years
and to release mold covers.
12. Removes product from mold or conveyor, and cleans and reloads mold. 3 to 4 years
13. Reports defect in molds to supervisor. 3 to 4 years
14. Signals coworker to synchronize feed of materials into molding process. 3 to 4 years
15. Stacks molded parts in boxes or on conveyor for subsequent processing or 3 to 4 years
leaves parts in mold to cool.
16. Starts machine that automatically liquefies plastic material in heating 3 to 4 years
chamber, injects liquefied material into mold, and ejects molded product.
17. Throws flash and rejected parts into grinder machine to be recycled. 3 to 4 years
18. Trims flashing from product. 3 to 4 years
19. Turns valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure and temperature, 3 to 4 years
to set press-cycle time, and to close press.
20. Weighs prescribed amounts of material for molded part and finished 3 to 4 years
product to ensure specifications are maintained.

Production Inspectors, Testers, Graders, Sorters, Samplers, Weighers ( 4 yrs 5 mos )

1. Cleans, trims, makes adjustments, or repairs product or processing 3 to 4 years

equipment to correct defects found during inspection.

Truck Drivers, Light or Delivery Services ( 4 yrs 0 mos )

1. Communicates with base or other vehicles using telephone or radio. 3 to 4 years

2. Drives truck, van or automobile with capacity under 3 tons to transport 3 to 4 years
materials, products, or people.
3. Inspects and maintains vehicle equipment and supplies. 3 to 4 years
4. Loads and unloads truck, van, or automobile. 3 to 4 years
5. Maintains records such as vehicle log, record of cargo, or billing statements 3 to 4 years
in accordance with regulations.
6. Performs emergency roadside repairs. 3 to 4 years

Computer Skills
Typing Speed: 40 Words Per Minute

 EMail Software (Outlook, Thunderbird, etc)

 Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc)
 Personal Computers

Language Skills
English - Excellent ( Read Write Speak )
Spanish - Poor ( Speak )

Additional Skills
I drove 55 pack buses while in the army as well as 5 ton trucks cargo trucks as well

Driver's License
Class C - Standard Driver's License
Commercial Driver's License Endorsements - P - Passenger, S - School Bus