Company History & Details:
• Established in 2017 after a decade of experience in the food industry across multiple engineering roles and functions.
• Based in southern Indiana near Evansville and Louisville, with the capability to support projects nationwide.
• Staffed with full-time engineering project consultants and part-time engineers.
• Over 16 years of project engineering experience in the food and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.
• Successfully completed projects for multiple large-scale customers since 2017, supporting the food and spirits industries.
• Fully registered, licensed and insured as a small business LLC.
Examples of some of our completed projects below in link to portfolio:
Consultants
Jason McDonald
managing member - lead consultant
A seasoned project engineering professional with over 16 years of experience delivering value through effective project management and technical expertise. Skilled in design, development, and leadership in fast-paced engineering, project management, and manufacturing environments. Possesses a well-rounded background in engineering, team management, business development, factory operations, and technical troubleshooting. Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team building, motivation, and supporting overall business operations. Holds a Master’s in Technology Management and a BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Diverse food technology experience, including acid/acidified hot fill, low-acid processing and retorting, aseptic processing and filling, dry powders, particulates, flexible packaging, and dressings/emulsifications. Expertise in managing projects involving processing, packaging, utilities, and infrastructure upgrades, with a proven track record in managing people, projects, and resources effectively.
Education
WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
M.S. TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT, 2014
PURDUE UNIVERSITY
B.S., MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY, 2007
Expertise
Mechanical Engineering Foundation
Hygienic Equipment and Factory Design
Clean-in-Place (CIP) System Design
Technical Problem Identification & Resolution
Continuous Improvement
Multi-Project Management
Contractor Management
Product Innovation and Development
Capital Budgeting & Management
Business Case Justification
Packaging and Process Technology
Equipment Commissioning and Start-up