Dalton Groff

• Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Managed inventory levels and established supplier relationships to optimize procurement processes.
• Streamlined production workflows, increasing efficiency and reducing turnaround times for orders.
• Trained and mentored staff on best practices in sustainable farming techniques and business operations.
• Established community engagement initiatives to promote brand awareness and strengthen local partnerships.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.

• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Operated and maintained farming equipment, increasing operational efficiency and safety.
• Streamlined daily operations by implementing detailed record-keeping systems for tracking expenses, animal health, and breeding cycles.
• Collaborated effectively with veterinarians to promptly address any health concerns within the herd.
• Reduced calf mortality rates through attentive monitoring of calving season and prompt intervention when needed.
• Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
• Fed and watered over 250 cows and 65 hogs according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.

• Operated locomotives safely and efficiently in compliance with company policies.
• Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety standards.
• Monitored train signals and track conditions to maintain safe travel speeds.
• Collaborated with dispatchers to coordinate timely departures and arrivals.
• Implemented improvements in loading processes, enhancing overall efficiency of transloading operations.
• Collaborated effectively with conductors in managing train movement plans, ensuring seamless coordination throughout journeys.
• Improved locomotive efficiency by regularly inspecting and maintaining all mechanical components.
• Proactively identified areas for improvement within daily routine tasks, implementing changes aimed at increasing efficiency where possible.
• Climbed on and off train cars to set or release hand brakes, couple and uncouple air hoses between rail cars and remove and replace broken knuckles.
• Monitored gauges or meters that measured speed, amperage or air pressure in brake lines or main reservoirs.
• Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
• Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.

• Operated rig equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
• Maintained and inspected rig tools, enhancing equipment reliability and performance.
• Trained new derrickhands on safety practices and operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety.
• Contributed to successful well completions by assisting in the assembly and disassembly of pipe, rods, and equipment.
• Supported overall rig operations through monitoring pressure parameters, alerting operators to potential concerns or hazards.
• Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align pipe and rods for the floorhands.
• Increased safety awareness through conducting regular safety meetings and promoting safe work practices among the crew.

I had all certificates for all operated heavy machinery, Osha 10 and 40, respirator training, cpr training, and scba resue training.

• Collaborated closely with other departments on site, promoting a cohesive working environment during rig operations.

• Safeguarded environmental compliance by adhering to regulations regarding spill containment and waste disposal procedures.
• Facilitated smooth rig operations by efficiently handling pipes and rod tools.
• Fostered culture of safety and efficiency, leading by example and mentoring junior crew members.
• Reduced downtime through proactive troubleshooting and repair of rig equipment.
• Improved team skill set with comprehensive training sessions on safety protocols and equipment handling.
• Lubricated components to minimize downtime and risk of wear, tear and breakage.
• Used correct harnesses and devices to position and align derrick elements.
• Trained new derrickhands on safety practices and operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety.
• Maintained derrick rigging according to established safety standards.