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Robert Reiser & Co
201-500 employees
Custom food processing equipment and services
No salary listed
Omaha, NE, USA
In Person
Job title lists remote option, but travel requirements indicate extensive weekly travel; not fully remote.
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- Travel Requirements: Extensive travel across the United States, including overnight stays and occasional weekend work.
- Willingness to travel up to 80-90% of the time during the week (Mon-Fri)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Animal Science, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in meat processing, product development, or technical services within the meat industry
- Knowledge of meat cutting, processing methods, and further processing technologies
- Strong technical knowledge of meat processing and further-processed meat products
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in a production environment
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and practical manner to diverse audiences
- Experience with quality control, food safety standards, and regulatory compliance in the meat industry
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple customer visits and projects simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining a customer-focused approach
- Travel to customer locations nationwide to provide technical assistance in the development, formulation, and production of further-processed meat products (e.g., sausages, deli meats, value-added items).
- Troubleshoot production issues, optimize processing techniques, and provide solutions to improve product quality, consistency, and yield.
- Offer on-site training to customers and their teams on best practices, equipment usage, and new processing technologies.
- Assist our sales team with customer presentations with the goal of selling more equipment.
- Collaborate with customer R&D and product development teams to create new meat product formulations based on customer needs and market trends.
- Test and validate new ingredients, processing methods, and technologies for commercial-scale production.
- Ensure adherence to food safety standards, regulatory compliance, and quality control procedures during customer visits.
- Conduct product quality assessments, including texture, flavor, appearance, and shelf life stability.
- Assist in troubleshooting quality-related issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Stay current on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in meat processing.
- Provide feedback to the internal team regarding customer needs, challenges, and opportunities for product and process improvements.
- Work closely with internal teams to develop customized solutions that meet specific customer requirements.
- Maintain detailed records of customer interactions, technical solutions, and product performance.
- Provide comprehensive reports and recommendations after each customer visit.
- Document and track customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Experience with new product development or process optimization in further processed meat products
- Familiarity with industry certifications, such as HACCP, SQF, or GMP
- Ability to work with small or large-scale meat processing equipment and production lines
- Previous experience in a customer-facing role or as a technical service representative
Reiser supplies customized and integrated food processing and packaging equipment solutions for a wide range of food-industry clients, from meat and poultry to seafood, prepared foods, and bakery. It sells machinery and provides extensive parts, maintenance, and support services to keep systems running. The equipment solutions are tailored to each customer’s needs, combining the sale of machinery with ongoing service to ensure optimal performance. Distinguishing factors include a 60+ year track record, a reputation for quality and reliability, and a customer-centric approach that emphasizes close collaboration and technical expertise to design solutions that fit specific operations. The company’s goal is to help customers operate efficient, reliable processing and packaging lines by delivering tailored equipment and comprehensive service throughout the machine lifecycle.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Canton, Texas
Founded
1945
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Pet food shifts to meat-based formulations boost demand for Reiser's expertise.
- Premiumization drives flexible lines for air-dried and HPP pet formats.
- Human-like packaging trends increase need for Reiser's portioning equipment.
What critics are saying
- Handtmann captures share with higher-throughput Vemag alternatives in 12 months.
- Marel's AI lines reduce labor 30% and erode Reiser's protein clients by Q1 2027.
- FDA June 2026 mandate forces 20% client churn from Reiser's noncompliant grinders.
What makes Robert Reiser & Co unique
- Vemag sets industry standards for portioning accuracy and production speed.
- Imports German equipment since 1959 for North American meat processors.
- Custom solutions span meat, pet food, bakery, and seafood sectors.
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