Joyce Fassl

Joyce Fassl has spent most of her career in magazine management. As the former editor-in-chief of Food Engineering, Fassl has directed the magazine’s editorial staff since 1986, except for a two-year stretch where she oversaw content direction for the debut of Packexpo.com. Her expertise is creating dynamic print and online content, building top-notch editorial teams and managing innovative custom publishing projects and live events. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Penn State University. In addition to supervising all Food Engineering content, Joyce is Program Director for the Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference.

Food processors give back by participating in educational programs

Joyce Fassl

January 10, 2014

Last month, I dedicated this column to the changes taking place at industry trade shows and how our industry is focused on giving back by supporting charities at these venues. This month, I’d like to thank those individuals who are giving back to the food and beverage industry by participating as speakers at Food Engineering’s 2014 Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference scheduled for April 6-9 in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Editor's Note

Industry moves in the right direction to help those in need

PROCESS EXPO included several initiatives designed to reduce food loss and improve food waste.

Joyce Fassl

December 5, 2013

FPSA foundation also supported food-insecure communities through the DEFEAT HUNGER initiative.

Editorial Note

Good news for the food and beverage industry

Staying on top of food trends can help manufacturers be ready for what’s next.

Joyce Fassl

November 8, 2013

The 2013 trends list includes Korean flavors, tortas and tiny desserts.

Laser-focused on core challenges

Joyce Fassl

October 11, 2013

As this issue’s cover story explains, the state of food manufacturing is slowly trending upward. But, while business indicators are gradually improving, some of the current challenges in food manufacturing remain unchanged: the need for increased automation, advances in food safety and a more highly skilled workforce.

Manufacturing News

Engaged workforce produces outstanding results

A lack of highly skilled workers has been a persistent obstacle to improving food and beverage manufacturing performance.

Joyce Fassl

August 7, 2013

A series of ongoing meetings organized by AIEO and sponsored by PMMI is dedicated to improving performance of CPG manufacturers and suppliers.

Editor’s Note

Back to school, back to basics to quell employee staffing woes

Hiring and training employees is one of largest issues facing food and beverages manufacturers.

Joyce Fassl

August 7, 2013

Even though managers sometimes hundreds of applications for a job, there may be no prospect with exactly the right set of skills.

More information helps everyone make better-informed manufacturing decisions

The food and beverage manufacturing industry has become increasingly complex over the past few years.

Joyce Fassl

July 3, 2013

Complexity makes it difficult to grasp the interconnectivity of all of current industry challenges to begin to form solutions.

Editor's Note

It takes a village to achieve modern manufacturing success

Cooperation is key in today’s manufacturing environment.

Joyce Fassl

May 13, 2013

No man or woman, and no department or job title, can function as an island in today’s competitive food and beverage manufacturing environment.

Editor's Note

At the crossroads in the age of transparency

Prove the food safety science behind your product, and the truth shall set you free from detractors.

Joyce Fassl

April 9, 2013

About a year ago, the food industry was embroiled in the lean, finely textured beef media frenzy.

Editor's Note

A better bottom line for one and all

Joyce Fassl

March 6, 2013

Most of the topics we cover in Food Engineering each month focus on improving plant efficiency and achieving new levels of innovation using advanced technologies.