Haskell Dane Easley

Mount Pleasant,Texas

Summary

I am an experienced problem solver with over 30 yrs. in manufacturing and production. I am an innovative, versatile, and thoughtful leader because of the opportunities that have been afforded me in a very diverse and vertically integrated atmosphere over the past 30 plus years in the workforce. My tenacity and curiosity combined with my work ethic and commitment to excellence have allowed me to grow and accomplish much, while at the same time adding value and contributing to the success of the company that I work for.

I am an experienced manufacturing professional with strong background in mechanical design and process optimization. Skilled in CAD software, materials engineering, and product lifecycle management. Known for collaboration and adaptability, effectively contributing to team success and meeting shifting project requirements. Adept at problem-solving and delivering high-quality, efficient solutions in manufacturing environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Design Engineer

R&C Welding and Fabrication

03.2024 - Current

I am currently employed at R&C Welding and Fabrication in Gering, Nebraska and I am in the process of developing an entire line of equipment to be manufactured for the Agricultural industry. I work for a group of investors (one of whom is the owner of R&C Welding and Fabrication) who intend to become Original Equipment Manufacturers in the industry they have served through sales, support, and maintenance for decades. My responsibilities include sourcing production equipment, materials, and parts as well as conceptualizing the vision of ownership through 3D design . I produce all of the drawings, oversee production of prototypes, prove concepts, and plan for production on a number of mechanized products.

Management Team Member

Priefert Mfg.

10.1991 - 03.2024

In my over 30 years at Priefert Mfg. from 1991-2024 I served in several capacities starting as a Painter from 1991-1993, Shipping from 1993-1994, Tube mill Operator/supervisor from 1994-1998, Production Welder from 1998-2000, Machinist manual/CNC lathe from 2000-2006, Custom Fabrication Manager from 2006-2011, R&D from 2011-2024. Priefert Mfg. is a very vertically integrated company known for their quality and commitment to excellence. they have lead their industry with great people, cutting edge technology, and unparalleled innovation, and I am proud to have contributed to their tremendous growth and success during my time at Priefert Mfg.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Engineering

Northeast Texas Community College

Mount Pleasant, Texas

Skills

Management, Costing, Research, Procurement, Budgeting, Leadership, Material Handling, Safety, Developing trust/relationships/team building, Mentoring, Design, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, 30 years’ experience Welding, both in production and as a fabricator (MIG, TIG, Stick, Brazing, Oxy-Acetylene),20 years’ experience using Autodesk (Inventor, Autocad), 6 years’ experience Machining (CNC and manual both), Time Management, Communication Skills, part and process enhancement, as well as several certificates of completion for offline programming software’s: Trumpf Trutop Boost(sheet metal), Octopuz(robot welding), and Bobcad(CNC machining), and even a tubemill roll and roll form roll design software(COPRA) I have also used Microsoft AX (ERP) among many other programs(Word, Excel, TEAMS, ZOOM) and applications that enable the day-to-day communication and operation of a large manufacturing facility

Accomplishments

Over the last 16 months I have been responsible for the design, proof of concept, and production of at least two of the products in development at my current employer, with another three concepts ready for design review(I have created over 61,000 files in this time) . Previously I oversaw the design, development, and implementation of two unique ASRS systems(2 years combined), one for preproduction part storage and one for pre paint assembly storage as well as the material handling aspects outside of the storage units. I was also a part of a team that designed and developed an entire automation process for manufacturing welded goods, from conception through implementation, including support machinery and fixturing(patented EP3463743B1 & US10974348) . I assisted in the planning and implementation of several robotic weld cells. I was a part of a team that adopted and implemented parts production automation with sheet lasers and CNC press brakes utilizing offline programming. I established procedural, operational, and safety protocol for a tube mill operation as a supervisor. I developed and designed a semiautomatic team weld cell that enabled increased productivity, safety, quality control, and training for less experienced personnel as an introduction to our competitive production welding environment.

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