Daniel Chynoweth
Cedar City
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Utah Iron LLC, driving operational excellence and team performance. Proven track record in process improvements and project management. Skilled in training and development, fostering strong relationships, and implementing effective strategies to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Utah Iron LLC
09.2024 - Current
- Oversaw management of over 150 employees across mine and mill operations, safety, maintenance, electrical, and laboratory teams.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, projects, procurement, safety programs, and maintenance programs.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase profitability.
- Maintained all my existing responsibilities as the Operations Manager.
Operations Manager
Utah Iron LLC
03.2021 - 09.2024
- Supervised staff to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Held employees accountable for performance, attendance, and safety violations.
- Trained team members to enhance productivity and meet performance metrics.
- Identified improvement areas and developed actionable plans to address deficiencies.
- Analyzed key performance metrics and reported findings to senior management.
- Designed standard operating procedures to maximize safety and efficiency.
- Implemented quality control systems to improve product consistency.
Process Superintendant
Utah Iron LLC
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Oversaw recommissioning of Iron Ore processing plant after six years of inactivity.
- Established procedures for daily operations, laboratory sampling, data collection, and long-term planning.
- Delivered orientation and training programs for new employees.
- Collaborated with programmer to restore PLC programming and conducted field I/O checkouts.
Shift Supervisor
Tamara Mining
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Established clear job expectations for team members to enhance performance.
- Coordinated with management on projects and monitor employees to ensure timely completion.
- Coached employees on safety protocols and enforced compliance with company policies.
- Maintained a positive work environment while assigning tasks and developing team capabilities.
Mineral Processing Operator
CS Mining
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Continued experience in agitated leach, solvent extraction, and electro-winning processes.
- Continued experience with mills, classifiers, chemical flotation, and dewatering systems.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Gilbert Development Corperation
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Primarily did underground work for electrical lines on solar projects and utility lines for subdivisions.
Mineral Processing Operator
CS Mining
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Acquired my Experienced Miner MSHA safety training.
- Operated and maintained agitated leach and flotation plant with a focus on safety.
- Acquired proficiency in agitated leach, solvent extraction, and electro-winning processes.
- Continued experience with mills, classifiers, chemical flotation, and dewatering systems.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Cacique
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Performed regular inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery.
Operator/Laborer
CML Metals
03.2013 - 12.2014
- Hired to primarily clean up spillage caused by malfunctioning filter presses.
- Gained experience in processing equipment, flow charts, mills, classifiers, and magnetic separation.
Education
Certification Diploma - Grinding & Classification in Mineral Processing
Metcom Technologies, INC
Grand Rapids, MN12-2023
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Training and development
- Operations management
- Project management
- Process improvements
- Administrative skills
- Team player
Certification
MSHA Experienced Miner
MSHA Annual Refresher 8/2024
CPR/First-Aid Certified
Timeline
General Manager
Utah Iron LLC
09.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
Utah Iron LLC
03.2021 - 09.2024
Process Superintendant
Utah Iron LLC
06.2020 - 03.2021
Shift Supervisor
Tamara Mining
08.2017 - 06.2020
Mineral Processing Operator
CS Mining
12.2016 - 08.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
Gilbert Development Corperation
06.2016 - 12.2016
Mineral Processing Operator
CS Mining
08.2015 - 06.2016
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Cacique
12.2014 - 08.2015
Operator/Laborer
CML Metals
03.2013 - 12.2014
Certification Diploma - Grinding & Classification in Mineral Processing
Metcom Technologies, INC
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