Lee Emel will succeed Ryan Schroeder as interim president and CEO until CRB finds a permanent replacement. 

For processors looking to scale up, finding the right construction partner is imperative.

The shuffle represents a “pivotal moment” in the company’s continued growth.

Amy Estrada has joined the company as design project manager and business development specialist.

Paul Shapiro, director and office leader of CRB’s presence in New Jersey, will lead the new location.

The company also appoints new COO and hires a new Industry 4.0 lead.

Jim Vortherms will serve as senior director of automation delivery and Jerry Steenhoek will serve as senior director of automation technology.

The company has promoted Tom Rychlewski and Ben Rucker.

Valerie Silva will create a more robust supplier program for the company to mitigate supply chain challenges.

The industry survey reveals the challenges facing pet food manufacturers as they work to meet consumer demands for high-quality products.