Meat the Crew.

We're meat professionals, not spelling bee champions...

Sean Graese
(Co-Owner/Plant Manager)
I grew up hunting, fishing, ranching, and not much has changed. My earliest recollections of childhood include all of the above and, unfortunately, I still remember the time when my dad, grandpa, uncles, and I were cutting up our deer from the season on our traditional Friday after Thanksgiving deer butchering day and everyone was looking for the pile of tenderloins. I was running the hand crank grinder (because I always cut myself too much with a knife) and just ground everything that got within arms reach... whoops. Bet that was some amazing burger! Thankfully that was a long time ago and I haven't ground any customer tenderloins yet on accident (the crew won't let me near the grinder). My first professional job was in this facility back in '05 when I turned 18. I was on clean up and packaging help. Eventually I graduated to the cutting table, slaughter crew, shipping, customer service, marketing, and now leadership. I've seen it all. I appreciate it all. I appreciate the people in each position and the care and effort they put forth to create the best experience possible for you, the customer. I am proud to be a part of this team and the service it provides. I look forward to serving you and meeting you one day.

 

Marielle Hewitt
(Co-Owner)
Marielle has focused all of her life's professional energy on ranching and meat production... and she's dang good at it. Marielle is involved in helping lead the business and helps with sourcing and scheduling details. Hang around long enough and you'll get to know Marielle and you'll be glad you did!

 

Crystal S.
(Assistant Manager)
Crystal started in sanitation in the Conrath processing plant out of a desire to find a way to buy herself a horse. Though her dad wasn't a huge fan at first, the ability for Crystal to pay her own way and cover her own expenses quickly won him over. Crystal spent many hours and worked as hard anyone through her high school years. "I basically grew up here." Crystal chuckles. Through those formative years, Crystal gained knowledge and experience in sausage production, sanitation, cutting, slaughter, customer service, and, most extensively, packaging. Crystal has a very helpful spirit, is detail oriented, expects the best out of herself and others, and desires to know each customer and is continuously striving to grow every day. "We have a great team, we do our best, and try to have fun while doing it." One of Crystal's favorite verses also keeps her grounded and focused: Colossians 3:23-24 "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."

 

Shannon
(Office/Admin)
Shannon is relatively new to FCB but she's no stranger to treating people right, communicating well, and being organized. Her long military career taught her many life skills. Shannon runs the office so you'll have get familiar with her quickly and appreciate her skills and service!

 

Mason C.
(Slaughter Lead)