HUB Team Haugen + PacDie
A partnership built for precision manufacturers who need more than generalist coverage.
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A partnership built for precision manufacturers who need more than generalist coverage.
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Pacific Die Casting
Pacific Die Casting has spent more than forty years building a precision manufacturing operation few domestic shops can match — eight hot-chamber and cold-chamber die casting machines running out of a Vancouver, Washington facility, producing aluminum, zinc, and custom exotic alloy parts from engineering and tooling through casting, machining, plating, polishing, painting, and final assembly, all under one roof.
That operation holds dual ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 certifications, supplies regulated automotive Tier 1 customers alongside long-standing industrial accounts, and carries the specialty capability to develop custom alloy formulations for unique part requirements. This is not a generalist shop, and it is not a generalist risk.
An operation at that level of technical complexity deserves a Property & Casualty partner who already understands precision manufacturing exposures — someone who can read equipment values and production dependencies, who can navigate both admitted and E&S markets for unique exposures like exotic alloy processing and automotive-grade product liability, and who treats coverage as a long-term partnership rather than a transaction.
That is what Team Haugen is built to do, and it is the lens we would bring to PacDie's program from day one.
Why HUB Team Haugen
Team Haugen is more than a brokerage. We are a dedicated partner to Pacific Northwest manufacturers, committed to the kind of operational understanding and advocacy that changes outcomes at renewal, during claims, and every quarter in between.
We serve a deep book of Pacific Northwest manufacturers, and we understand the nuances of die casting — from equipment values and production dependencies to workforce hazards and supply chain exposure — in a way a generalist broker simply cannot replicate.
HUB International's platform gives us access to both admitted and E&S markets — essential for a manufacturer with unique exposures like exotic alloy processing and automotive-grade product liability. We find the right fit, not just the first quote.
We don't just place coverage. We bring risk management frameworks that align with ISO and IATF quality culture, helping manufacturers document safety programs, track experience modifiers, and position themselves favorably with underwriters at renewal.
Team Haugen is based in Eugene, Oregon, and works alongside its clients as a true partner — responsive, accessible, and committed to service that stays consistent between renewals.
When a claim opens, we do not hand it off. Our claims practice advocates directly with carriers and adjusters, working to reduce cycle time and protect experience modification outcomes year-round.
Coverage Approach
Team Haugen does not place off-the-shelf policies. We build programs structured around the operational reality of the client — facilities, equipment, tooling, workforce, supply chain, and the regulatory standards the business is held to. For PacDie, that means a full insurance program approach covering the lines that matter for a dual-certified precision manufacturer.
Coverage designed around PacDie's facilities, die-casting equipment, tooling and dies, finished inventory, distribution channels, and workforce — ensuring each aspect of the operation is properly covered and no exposure is left to a generic template.
From OSHA guidelines to product liability considerations — especially relevant given PacDie's IATF 16949 automotive supply chain — we help stay ahead of regulatory requirements and best practices, reducing the risk of penalties or disruptions that impact operations.
We identify potential vulnerabilities, recommend improvements, and ensure a smooth claims process if issues arise — minimizing downtime and financial impact through proactive support between renewals, not only at them.
Why We're the Right Fit
Pacific Die Casting deserves a broker who knows what it takes to protect a precision manufacturer — and who brings the full weight of HUB International's platform to the table.
01 — Manufacturing Expertise
We serve a deep book of Pacific Northwest manufacturers. We understand the nuances of die casting — from equipment values and production dependencies to workforce hazards and supply chain exposure — in a way that a generalist broker simply can't replicate.
02 — Carrier Access & Market Reach
HUB International's platform gives us access to both admitted and E&S markets — important for a manufacturer with unique exposures like exotic alloy processing and automotive-grade product liability. We can find the right fit, not just the first quote.
03 — Proactive Risk Management
We don't just place coverage — we bring risk management frameworks that align with ISO and IATF quality culture. We help manufacturers document safety programs, track experience modifiers, and position themselves favorably with underwriters at renewal.
04 — Ownership Transition Timing
2020 brought new ownership and a new strategic direction for PacDie. Program structures put in place under the Byrd brothers may no longer reflect current exposures, headcount, or growth plans. This is the right time to ensure coverage keeps pace with the company's evolution.
Your Team
Team Haugen is based in Eugene, Oregon, and built around a manufacturing-focused practice within HUB International Northwest. These are the people who would own the PacDie relationship — from placement and risk services to claims advocacy and day-to-day account stewardship.
SVP, Commercial Lines — Team Haugen Lead
Associate Advisor, Commercial Lines
Associate Advisor, Commercial Lines
Private Client Risk Advisor
Senior Advisor, Commercial Insurance
Private Client Risk Advisor
Private Client Account Manager
VP Risk Services
Manager II, Workers' Compensation
Insurance Adjuster
Client Services Advisor
CL Sr. Account Manager
CL Account Manager II
CL Account Manager II
CL Account Manager II
Team Haugen is ready to step in with a dedicated manufacturing-fluent team, carrier access across admitted and E&S markets, and a program structure built around what Pacific Die Casting actually needs.
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