Terris Williams

About Terris Williams

My name is Terris Williams, and I’m a Senior Controls Engineer currently working with Smurfit WestRock, where I specialize in designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems that keep industrial operations running smoothly and efficiently. With over 15 years of experience in the field of automation and controls, I’ve developed a deep understanding of how complex systems communicate, adapt, and evolve—something I find both professionally rewarding and personally fascinating.At Smurfit WestRock, I play a critical role in enhancing production reliability, improving process efficiency, and driving innovation through smart automation. I’m heavily involved in PLC programming, HMI development, and system integration across various platforms. My day-to-day work blends hands-on technical problem-solving with strategic planning, often bridging the gap between production needs and engineering solutions. Whether it’s commissioning a new line or troubleshooting a system in the middle of a critical shift, I thrive in environments where precision, adaptability, and innovation are key.

Experience

1. Maintenance Automation Manager

   WestRock Company

   Jun 2024 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

Education

• ITT Technical Institute

  Criminal Justice

  2010

• Mount Zion High School

  High School, Information Technology

  2001 — 2005

• Herzing University-Atlanta

  Information Technology

  2006 — 2009

Skills

• Packaging
• Modifications
• Automation
• Iso
• Conveyors
• Robot
• Servo
• Injection Molding
• Automotive
• Hydraulics
• Efd
• Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Engineering
• Robotics
• Fanuc Robots
• Electronics
• Sensors
• Wiring
• Ip Cameras
• Engineering
• Pneumatics
• Palletizing
• Quality Management
• Plc
• 5s
• Manufacturing
• Programming
• Preventive Maintenance
• Microsoft Office
• Computers
• Electrical Engineering
• Continuous Improvement