John Kurilla
Ninety Six,SC
Summary
Impact-oriented Automation professional with experience optimizing processes, solving technical challenges, and delivering automation solutions across multiple facilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Automation Specialist - Operations Excellence
Symrise
North America
01.2023 - Current
- Implemented automation solutions across multiple facilities, including palatability and nutrition sites, to optimize production processes.
- Prepared and revised electrical schematics and piping and instrumentation diagrams to support automation projects.
- Implemented data collection systems, analyzed operational data, and developed solutions to improve process efficiency and reliability.
- Modernized automation systems by upgrading outdated hardware and implementing virtualization, improving system performance and reliability.
- Created and refined process visualization applications to simplify monitoring and enhance operator interaction.
Electrical Controls Technician
Symrise
Hodges, SC
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided technical support to engineering teams during the design and implementation of new equipment installations or modifications.
- Collaborated with mechanics, technicians, supervisors, and process engineers to verify proper operation of automation and instrumentation.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for all electrical control systems, facilitating efficient troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
- Reduced downtime by implementing proactive preventive maintenance measures for electrical control components.
- Contributed to ongoing process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance the efficiency of electrical control systems.
Project Manager
Holley Electric
Greenwood, SC
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Managed industrial and commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
- Developed and maintained project schedules to ensure timely completion and efficient workflow.
- Monitored project budgets, tracked costs, and controlled material and labor expenses.
- Interpreted electrical drawings and schematics to guide field crews and ensure proper system implementation.
- Collaborated with engineering teams and field personnel to address design and installation challenges and ensure successful project execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Systems Engineering
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA01-2026
Skills
- PLC Programming: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Automation Direct
- SCADA Systems: System Platform, FactoryTalk SE
- HMI Design: Intouch, FactoryTalk ME, WinCC
- Technical Drawings: Electrical Schematics, P&ID's
- Process Instrumentation: Installation, Calibration
- Data Collection: Process Monitoring, System Optimization
Timeline
Automation Specialist - Operations Excellence
Symrise
01.2023 - Current
Electrical Controls Technician
Symrise
12.2021 - 01.2023
Project Manager
Holley Electric
11.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Systems Engineering
ECPI University