Nortian Foodtech invests $22.2M to build protein manufacturing facility in Missouri
Nortian Foodtech has announced plans to open a new protein manufacturing facility in St. Joseph, Missouri. The plant will focus on converting meat byproducts into high-value, food-grade protein ingredients. The company, which specializes in food solutions, is investing over $22.2 million in the 160,000-square-foot facility and will create 138 new jobs. The new plant will use advanced manufacturing processes to transform byproducts typically discarded into valuable components for the food industry.
In addition to supporting local food manufacturers, this expansion will provide opportunities for collaboration within the region’s food production sector. The company will benefit from the Missouri Works program, which provides incentives for job creation and workforce expansion.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Andre Albuquerque, Founder and CEO of Nortian Foodtech, said, “St. Joseph is the ideal location for Nortian Foodtech’s first U.S. facility. This investment strengthens our mission to transform by-products into high-value food ingredients through cutting-edge technology. We appreciate the support from local and state partners and look forward to creating jobs and driving innovation in the region.”
Governor Mike Kehoe added, “We are proud Nortian Foodtech chose Missouri and St. Joseph for its first U.S. location. The company’s decision to invest and grow in Missouri is testament to our strong manufacturing industry and skilled workforce.”
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During her tenure, Alexis worked to develop the brand’s digital strategy and helped launch and produce Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast. She also created The Lighter Side of Manufacturing, a weekly blog that explored the inventive and sometimes humorous side of the industry.
Alexis co-founded Influential Women in Manufacturing, a recognition program that honored 49 women in its first two years, earned an industry award for Best Product Launch, and received a proclamation from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and a commendation from U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth.
She also led newsroom operations and development at a large media company where she set editorial standards, developed training curriculum, and helped support AI adoption for more than 150 editors across 80+ brands spanning manufacturing, industrial processing, automation, and more.
Additionally, Alexis works as a freelance writer and editor, and her areas of interest include continuous improvement, the skilled workforce, and the role of emerging technology on the plant floor.
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