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Joseph Hildebrand

Pilot Plant Manager

150 N Research Campus Drive, Kannapolis, NC 28081

Bio

Joseph Hildebrand serves NCFIL as its Pilot Plant Manager. Joe manages the 3,000 sf pilot plant and its 80+ pieces of equipment, leading daily operations for production, planning and execution. He also interfaces with clients to discuss ingredients, formulations, products and processing considerations.

Education

BS Biochemistry NC State University

MS Food Science NC State University

  • 2021 - Certified Culinary Scientist - Research Chefs Association
  • 2020 - FABI Award - Pure Leaf Cold Brew (PepsiCo)
  • 2013 - Robert H. Hartman Fellow, NCSU FBNS
  • 2004 - Eagle Scout