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
Fountain Inn, SC
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
Chattanooga, TN
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
Chattanooga, TN
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
Dalton, GA
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