Curtis Sullivan
Summary
Accomplished Mold Setter with expertise in injection molding and a continuous improvement mindset, honed at Yanfeng Automotive Interiors. Proven track record in optimizing machine performance and reducing downtime by 20%. Strong communicator and team collaborator, adept at implementing safety protocols and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mold Setter
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Set molds accurately for production runs, ensuring quality standards are met.
- Operate and maintain molding machines to optimize performance and minimize downtime.
- Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot mold-related issues during production.
- Conduct routine inspections of molds for wear and damage, implementing necessary repairs.
Mold Setter
Gestamp
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Adjust machine settings based on product specifications to achieve desired outcomes.
- Train new staff on mold setting techniques and safety procedures to enhance team proficiency.
- Implement process improvements that reduce waste and increase efficiency in mold operations.
- Document production processes and maintain records for compliance with industry standards.
Production Operator
Volkswagon
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Operated machinery to assemble vehicle components efficiently and safely.
- Monitored production lines for quality assurance, ensuring adherence to Volkswagen standards.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve operational issues and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
Mold Setter
TECHNIPLAS
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Ensured timely completion of jobs by managing multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail in mold setting tasks.
- Reduced downtime with proactive mold maintenance, including cleaning, greasing, and inspection.
- Increased throughput by responding promptly to machine alarms and addressing issues affecting optimal mold performance.
- Assisted with training new employees on proper mold setting techniques, ensuring consistent performance across the team.
Education
No Degree -
Tusculum College
Greeneville, TNHigh School Diploma -
Westside High School
Anderson, SC06.2002
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Safety protocols adherence
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Quality control standards
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Injection molding
- Mold setup expertise
- Preventative maintenance practices
- Machine operation
- Safety procedures
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Mold Setter
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
09.2025 - 05.2026
Mold Setter
Gestamp
07.2023 - 06.2025
Production Operator
Volkswagon
12.2020 - 05.2023
Mold Setter
TECHNIPLAS
06.2015 - 10.2019
No Degree -
Tusculum College
High School Diploma -
Westside High School