Dalton Willingham
Salina
Summary
Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance and machine operation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Lead
Great Plains Mfg.
Salina, KS
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised assembly line operations to ensure timely production and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues and optimize resource allocation.
- Starting April of 2026, I started in helping with the SA21 project. Various responsibilities for this included studying blueprints to build unit to specifications. Investigate possible improvements to the machine whether it is in regards to safety, workability, or function. Once this is complete, I will help create standard work, determine if jigs will be needed, and finally train assembly team members on new processes
Assembler
Great Plains Mfg.
Salina, KS
09.2022 - 03.2025
- I assemble skidsteers according to specifications, and assist throughout the line however I can to ensure smooth operations.
Package Delivery Driver
M&J Express, Inc.
03.2016 - 08.2016
- I loaded the delivery packages for the day in the morning then delivered them to their locations.
Precision Grinderman/Machinist
Exline, Inc.
Salina, KS
12.2015 - 03.2016
- I started as a traveling machinist and shortly after having my first child I transferred to the shop as a Precision Grinderman.
Soldier
US Army
06.2010 - 04.2015
- I enlisted after high school and deployed shortly after completing basic training. I was honorably discharged following decision to not re-enlist.
Education
Associate of Science - Information Technology
American Business And Technology University
St. Joseph, MO03-2019
Machine Tool Technology - Machine Shop
Salina Area Technical College
Salina, KS08-2013
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Communication
- Objective Oriented
- Responsible
- Problem Solving
- Punctuality
- Team management
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Computer literacy
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Assembly Lead
Great Plains Mfg.
03.2025 - Current
Assembler
Great Plains Mfg.
09.2022 - 03.2025
Package Delivery Driver
M&J Express, Inc.
03.2016 - 08.2016
Precision Grinderman/Machinist
Exline, Inc.
12.2015 - 03.2016
Soldier
US Army
06.2010 - 04.2015
Associate of Science - Information Technology
American Business And Technology University
Machine Tool Technology - Machine Shop
Salina Area Technical College