Mitchell Collins
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Proven leader and skilled nuclear machinist from Norfolk Naval Shipyard, adept in small business operations and project management. Excelled in enhancing production efficiency and quality standards, achieving significant operational improvements. Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication, ensuring team success and client satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NUCLEAR MACHINEST
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
PORTSMOUTH VA
10.2009 - 02.2011
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, grinders, band saws, and various tools to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read blueprints to accurately install various ship components.
- Performed installation of pumps onboard submarines.
- Installed and maintained various components in radiologically controlled environments. Using training skills such as time, distance, and shielding.
- Properly managed nuclear waste. Handling it in compliance with proper radiological controls.
- Properly filled out Nuclear waste tags.
- Responsible for proper decontamination techniques when handling nuclear contaminated components of a nuclear reactor.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
- Supported cost-efficiency efforts, identifying and implementing ways to reduce operational expenses.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials and chemicals.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Completed work orders and properly filled out TDAs.
- Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.
NUCLEAR MACHINEST
Northrop Grumman Shipyard
Newport News, VA
10.2009 - 02.2011
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Performed Grade A cleanliness standards while installing nuclear reactors.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, grinders, band saws, and various tools to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read blueprints to accurately install various ship components.
- Performed installation of pumps onboard submarines.
- Installed and maintained various components in radiologically controlled environments. Using training skills such as time, distance, and shielding.
- Properly managed nuclear waste. Handling it in compliance with proper radiological controls.
- Properly filled out Nuclear waste tags.
- Responsible for proper decontamination techniques when handling nuclear contaminated components of a nuclear reactor.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
- Supported cost-efficiency efforts, identifying and implementing ways to reduce operational expenses.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials and chemicals.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Completed work orders and properly filled out TDAs.
- Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.
OWNER
Tactical Pest Solutions LLC.
Charlotte, NC
03.2017 - 04.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
- Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Achieved significant cost savings by implementing energy-efficient solutions across company.
- Utilized various software tools such as but not limited to Microsoft office, excel spreadsheet, power point to accurately monitor expenses.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Created contracts, service reports in accordance with strict North Carolina Department of Agriculture guide lines.
SENIOR PASTOR
Potter’s House Christian Fellowship Ministries
Charlotte, NC
02.2011 - 04.2024
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- Facilitated spiritual growth opportunities through small group leadership development, empowering lay leaders to take on increased responsibilities within the congregation.
- Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
AVIATION BOATSWAIN’S MATE 2ND CLASS
United Sates Navy
Naval Station Norfolk
07.1999 - 04.2004
- Operated various components of the Navy's arresting gear engines; including but not limited to the arresting gear engine itself, sheave dampers, emergency barricade equipment, and retractable sheaves.
- Maintained and replaced parts on the arresting gear system; including but not limited to components of the sheave damper, CRO Valve system, repacking arresting gear piston cylinder, replacement of arresting gear cable as well as various sheave components.
- Responsible for the development, care, training, morale, and completed duties of up to 30 sailors.
- Performed various paper work tasks including the accurate account of man hours, maintenance control tags, maintenance requests, performance evaluations, etc.
Sales Service Representative
CINTAS
Portsmouth, VA
05.2007 - 04.2009
- Boosted sales revenue by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate products or services.
- Built rapport with customers through empathetic listening and understanding their unique needs or preferences.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complex issues effectively.
- Developed a comprehensive knowledge of product offerings to better assist customers with informed recommendations.
- Supported team members during peak periods by sharing workload and providing guidance when needed.
- Contributed to positive team culture, driving motivation and productivity among peers.
- Maintained high levels of customer retention with proactive relationship-building strategies.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
- Enhanced team performance, providing continuous training and support to new and existing representatives.
- Delivered exceptional service by consistently meeting or exceeding performance metrics for quality, speed, and accuracy.
- Coordinated with sales team to identify cross-selling opportunities, enhancing overall revenue.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
PHOENIX UNIVERSITY
Charlotte, NC09.2025
High School Diploma -
Merkel High School
Merkel, TX05.1999
Skills
- Small business operations
- Verbal and written communication
- Project Management
- Inventory Tracking and Management
Certification
NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD CERTIFICATIONS
- BASIC SHIPBOARD WORKER
- BASIC SHOP WORKER
- SUBMARINE WORKER
- BASIC SUBMARINE SUPPORT
- NUCLEAR MARINE MACHINIST
- NUCLEAR MIXED WASTE GENERATOR
- NUCLEAR WORKER
- MIXED WASTE AND RAD PCB WASTE GENERATOR
- RADIOLOGICAL VACUUM SYSTEMS OPERATOR
- FALL PROTECTION DBI
- RADIOLOGICAL CONTROL INDOC CLASS
- QBP RAD CLASSES
- NUCLEAR INTERFACE CLASS
- PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARRASMENT CLASS
- STEAM PLANT CLEANLINESS CLASS
- SUBMARINE INDOC/SUBSAFE AWARENESS CLASS
- DEPTH MICROMETER CLASS
- DIAL DEPTH GAUGE CLASS
- DIAL INDICATOR CLASS
- DIGITAL CALIPER CLASS
- INSIDE MICROMETER CLASS
- OUTSIDE MICROMETER CLASS
- VERNIER CALIPER CLASS
- NUCLEAR MATERIAL CONTROL CLASS
- CLEANLINESS CLASS
- FLANGE MECHANICAL CLASS
- NUCLEAR RIGGING PRACTICES CLASS
- MIXED WASTE AND RAD PCB WASTE GENERATOR CLASS
- NUCLEAR QUALITY CONTROL COURSE - CORPORATE
- SAFE RIGGING PRACTICES
- RAD CONTINUOUS TRAINING FOR QBP QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES
- SRT 10 WEIGHT HANDLING
- SRT 019 GENERAL DRAPE TRAINING
- ELECTRICAL SAFETY BRIEF FOR NON-ELECTRICAL WORKERS
- FALL PROTECTION TRAINING DBI SALA
- RADCON: DRAPE CATCH, COBALT 60, PORTAL MONITOR, GLOVE BAG, CONTAMINATION WORKER
Timeline
OWNER
Tactical Pest Solutions LLC.
03.2017 - 04.2024
SENIOR PASTOR
Potter’s House Christian Fellowship Ministries
02.2011 - 04.2024
NUCLEAR MACHINEST
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
10.2009 - 02.2011
NUCLEAR MACHINEST
Northrop Grumman Shipyard
10.2009 - 02.2011
Sales Service Representative
CINTAS
05.2007 - 04.2009
AVIATION BOATSWAIN’S MATE 2ND CLASS
United Sates Navy
07.1999 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
PHOENIX UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
Merkel High School