Terry Clites
About Terry Clites
Terry Clites is a Staff Product Engineer at Plexus Corp. with extensive experience in product development and manufacturing operations, particularly in FDA regulated medical devices. He aims to advance into a senior-level role in Manufacturing, Process, or Operations Engineering, leveraging his strong background and expertise in the field.
Work at Plexus
Terry Clites has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Staff Product Engineer since 2019. In this role, he is involved in the entire life cycle of product development, from conceptualization to final production. His work is centered in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, where he contributes to the company's focus on medical device technologies.
Previous Experience
Before joining Plexus, Terry Clites held several key positions in various companies. He worked as a Quality/Compliance Manager at Flextronics from 2009 to 2012. Prior to that, he served as Operations Manager at Kyma Technologies from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, he was a Sustaining Engineering Manager at Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. from 2012 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Terry Clites holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Ceramic Sciences and Engineering from Clemson University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He also earned a Master's degree in Materials Science from the University of Florida, completing his studies from 1997 to 1999. His educational background supports his extensive experience in manufacturing operations, particularly in FDA regulated medical devices.
Career Goals
Terry Clites aims to transition into a senior-level role in Manufacturing, Process, or Operations Engineering. He seeks to work within a company that specializes in medical device technologies, leveraging his extensive experience and expertise in the field.
Professional Recognition
Throughout his career, Terry Clites has received several awards and formal acknowledgements for his project successes and strong work ethic. He is regarded as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert in his areas of responsibility, reflecting his commitment to excellence in his work.