Daniel Aagenes

Experience

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  Anheuser-Busch

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2008

  • Staff Brewmaster

    Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  • Area Manager of the Research Pilot Brewery

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  • Lead Engineer at Research Pilot Brewery

    Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  • Brewing Group Manager - Columbus, OH Brewery

    Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

  • Brewing Group Manager/Experimental Brewer at Research Pilot Brewery

    Jan 2002 - Jan 2003
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  Cleveland-Cliffs

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2022

  As General Manager, I was solely responsible for overall site activities and functions at one of the largest open-pit iron ore mines in the US. I spearheaded a high-performing team of 750 union and salary employees and confirmed the seamless execution of tasks. I created and administered an annual operating budget of +$500M. I managed overall aspects of the operation including safety, environmental, and HR. I strategized and prioritized effectively to accomplish multiple tasks and stay calm under high-pressure mining and heavy manufacturing environment. I identified and isolated business challenges, as well as devised solutions to resolutely mitigate them.Key Contributions in this tenure include:• Accomplished production goals within time and budgetary constraints.• Led group and confirmed attainment of safety performance records to become safest mine site among sister peer sites through positive reinforcement, education, and establishment of safety reward program.• Fostered exceptional relationship between salary management group and United Steelworkers based on trust, mutual respect, and cooperation toward common goals. Show less As Mine Manager, I was well-versed in providing leadership to 400 union and salary employees in the Mining department, overseeing operations, maintenance, and engineering. I developed and seamlessly executed an annual department operating budget of $300M. I established and communicated new performance measures to the ground floor and ensured alignment toward shared objectives.Key Contributions in this tenure include:• Improved departmental performance by putting right people in right roles.• Exhibited expertise in correcting historical organizational chart inefficiencies.• Orchestrated culture change focused on safety performance, collaborative support, and open communication. Show less As Plant Manager, I led 250 union and salary employees and managed operations, maintenance, engineering, quality control, and product logistics. Responsible for annual department operating budget of $300M. I directed the team and implemented long-lasting cost-reduction initiatives through efficiency improvements.Key Contributions in this tenure include:• Enhanced equipment reliability, safety, environmental compliance, and productivity through implementation of standardized programs and systems.• Spearheaded project team to implement low NOx emission furnace controls using new technology to meet Environmental Protection Agency regulations.• Developed positive and cohesive working environments focused on mutual support by providing effective training and guidance. Show less

  • General Manager, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2022 - Jan 2022

  • Mine Manager, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Plant Manager, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2021

  • Manager of Plant Technical Services, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

  • Concentrator Operations Manager, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  • Section Manager of Process Engineering and Laboratory, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  • Quality Manager, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2012

  • Process Engineer, Hibbing Taconite

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2009
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  Canal Park Brewing Company

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Inaugural Head Brewmaster
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  Fairview Range

  Jan 2014 - Dec 2020

  • Hospital System Board of Directors

    Jan 2012 - Dec 2020

  • Quality Committee Chair for the Board of Directors

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2020
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  Canal Park Brewing Company

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2021

  Brewing Advisor
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  Minnesota Power

  Feb 2023 - now

  Manager - Enterprise Projects

  In my role as Manager - Enterprise Projects at Minnesota Power, I am privileged to lead and manage exceptionally significant capital projects, with each project nearing or surpassing the impressive $1 billion milestone. These projects are integral to propelling Minnesota Power's journey towards achieving carbon-free power generation by 2040.