Alan Linden

Molding Manager at Summit Jan. 2017 - Sept. 2025

• Monitored production schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
• Identified areas where cost savings could be achieved through changes in raw material selection or other modifications.
• Accomplished production goals on consistent basis through orderly team management.
• Investigated customer complaints related to molded parts produced by the facility, implementing corrective action plans as required.
• Set daily, weekly, monthly production goals and monitored progress towards those goals.
• Resolved conflicts between personnel working in different departments within the facility.
• Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
• Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
• Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
• Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
• Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
• Planned and developed new operation processes to innovate and stay competitive.

Tooling Manager at Summit April 2006 - December 2016

• Oversaw production scheduling and tool allocation for efficient manufacturing operations.
• Collaborated with engineering teams on tool design improvements and specifications.
• Trained staff on proper tool handling and maintenance procedures.
• Coordinated with suppliers for timely procurement of tooling materials and supplies.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of new tooling projects.
• Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved utilization of available resources such as labor force, materials, and supplies related to the use of tools.
• Provided technical assistance in troubleshooting tooling issues on the shop floor.
• Investigated customer complaints regarding quality defects caused by improper use or malfunctioning of a particular piece of tooling.
• Engaged in continuous improvement initiatives by recommending modifications or upgrades to existing tools or implementing new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Worked effectively within extremely tight tolerances to produce precision results.
• Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
• Liaised between senior plant management and line-level supervision to maintain open communications.

• Lead Moldmaker at Summit Feb. 2001 - April 2006
• Constructed high-precision molds using advanced machining techniques.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.

• Constructed high-precision molds using advanced machining techniques.
• Involved in Customer relations and Customer Tooling
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.

• Continued advancing in building precision molds using standard Mills, Grinders and EDM and hand tools.
• Honed skills in leading mold building projects.
• Gained exposure to working with Customers and their projects.

• Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge of processes.
• Assisted Team Leaders in our Group lead jobs
• Took on entry level tasks and minimal projects
• Attended AMBA Moldmaker Apprenticeship Program.