Michael Rodriguez
San Angelo
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat processor
Lone Star Beef Processors
San Angelo
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Processed meat products following strict safety and quality standards.
- Operated cutting tools and machinery to prepare meat for packaging.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and adhered to sanitation protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during shifts.
- Assisted in training new employees on meat processing techniques and safety.
- Inspected finished products for compliance with quality specifications.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisors for timely repairs and maintenance.
- Utilized knives to portion large cuts into smaller sizes appropriate for further processing or sale as-is.
- Operated grinders, slicers, tenderizers, mixers, stuffers, cutters and other related machinery as needed.
- Ensured that all products met customer specifications before packaging and shipping out orders.
- Butchered carcasses to remove unwanted components and prepare for further processing.
- Disposed of unusable materials in accordance with company policies and local laws.
- Cleaned work areas between production runs by removing any debris or residue from machines or floors using cleaning chemicals.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving contaminated materials or malfunctioning equipment.
- Worked effectively in damp and cold conditions to safely process meat.
Infantry Mortarman
U.S Army, Fort Bragg North Carolina
Fort Bragg
07.2020 - 12.2024
- Operated mortars for indirect fire support during training exercises.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate fire missions effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance on mortar systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Assisted in training junior soldiers on mortar operation and safety procedures.
- Analyzed terrain and target data to optimize firing solutions.
- Prepared and transported ammunition for field operations efficiently.
- Implemented safety protocols during live-fire exercises to mitigate risks.
- Communicated with command to relay mission details and status updates effectively.
- Provided technical advice and assistance to junior personnel regarding proper operation and maintenance of mortar systems.
- Maintained and operated various mortar systems, including the M224 60mm Mortar, 81mm Mortar, and 120mm Mortar.
- Analyzed combat situations quickly and efficiently while providing accurate feedback to command staff.
- Coordinated target acquisition efforts through surveillance devices such as binoculars or night vision scopes.
- Supervised loading, unloading of ammunition onto, from vehicles while adhering to established safety protocols.
- Carried out pre-combat checks prior to mission execution as part of a standard operating procedure.
- Managed ammunition supply for mortar teams during field exercises by ensuring that adequate supplies were available at all times.
- Prepared detailed reports on all activities related to mortars usage during field operations.
- Developed strategies for successful completion of missions based upon terrain analysis techniques.
- Transported mortars from one location to another using appropriate vehicles or air transportation methods.
- Collaborated with other infantry units when conducting joint operations involving mortars.
- Organized necessary materials such as tools, spare parts, and lubricants required for maintaining weapons systems in optimal condition.
- Conducted regular maintenance on assigned weapons systems and equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations pertaining to the use of explosives when setting up firing positions or laying down fire support.
- Assisted with the training of new personnel in the operation, safety procedures, and deployment techniques associated with mortar systems.
- Performed daily inspections of all weapon systems and related components in order to detect any defects or malfunctions.
- Participated in live-fire exercises in order to maintain proficiency with mortar operations.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
- Instructed personnel on environmental hazard reduction and PPE use, driving standardized procedures, and supporting team health and performance.
- Kept vehicles and critical equipment in peak operating condition with consistent upkeep.
- Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
- Maintained peak physical condition to stay ready for challenging missions.
- Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
- Implemented land navigation skills in diverse environments to reach strategic objectives.
- Maintained and serviced personal and unit weaponry to ensure operational readiness.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Educated junior infantrymen in tactics, weapons handling, and field survival skills.
- Followed strict operational security protocols to safeguard mission-critical information.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Engaged in marksmanship training with various weapons systems to ensure accuracy and proficiency.
- Operated communications equipment to ensure effective field communication.
- Participated in airborne operations including parachute training and jumps.
- Engaged in vehicle maintenance and operation for tactical mobility.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
Education
Central High School
San Angelo, TX05-2008
Skills
- Meat processing
- Quality inspection
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Sanitation standards
- Team collaboration
- Mortar operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Strategic planning
- Adaptability to change
- Quick decision making
Timeline
Meat processor
Lone Star Beef Processors
01.2024 - 11.2025
Infantry Mortarman
U.S Army, Fort Bragg North Carolina
07.2020 - 12.2024
Central High School