Kelly Knowles also will assist with membership, industry relations.

The jerky company is celebrating 75 years in business.

The operation will span 77,000 square feet.

The reorganization includes the elimination of 177 positions.

The chief operating officer was suspended on Sept. 20.

Cuisine Solutions, a manufacturer of pre-cooked foods using sous vide technology, partnered in the sub’s creation.

Over 90 processors will receive grants. 

The plant stopped operations on Oct. 18.