--- title: Recent blog posts - JCS Process & Control Systems - JCS BLOG | Yamille Mendieta description: Yamille is the Marketing Manager at JCS, responsible for the development and implementation of marketing projects that stimulate awareness, convert leads, and directly contributes to JCS’s growth. She is an alumna from the Rochester Institute of Technology’s MBA program, and holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from PUCMM. She has work experience in international markets, specifically working in marketing departments in the retail and the food industry. --- [![JCSlogo-1](https://www.jcs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/JCSlogo-1.jpg?width=430&height=220&name=JCSlogo-1.jpg "JCSlogo-1")](https://jcs-3875556.hs-sites.com/) Visit [UltraPhil.com](https://ultraphil.com/) Process & Control Systems JCS BLOG Insights into JCS, our people, technology, and the industries served. [![Picture of ](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta/page/1) ## Yamille Mendieta [** Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/yamille-mendieta-34a189b0/) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [RECAP of the 2024 Annual JCS Charity Golf Tournament in Kentucky](https://www.jcs.com/blog/successful-first-jcs-golf-tournament-in-kentucky-0) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** June 14, 2024 ** [spiritsproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsproduction), [engineering](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/engineering), [alcoholblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/alcoholblending), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [bourbonprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonprocessing), [kentuckybourbon](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/kentuckybourbon) On June 7th, JCS hosted its Annual Charity Golf Tournament in Bardstown, Kentucky, benefiting the Wounded Warriors Foundation and what an incredible day it was! This year we had a larger group of Distillers and Sponsors come together and spend a sunny day at Bardstown Country Club golf course. The day was filled with friendly competition, valuable conversations, and memorable moments with colleagues from the bourbon industry. Here’s a brief recap of the highlights of this remarkable event! Tags: [spiritsproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsproduction), [engineering](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/engineering), [alcoholblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/alcoholblending), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [bourbonprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonprocessing), [kentuckybourbon](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/kentuckybourbon) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/successful-first-jcs-golf-tournament-in-kentucky-0) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/successful-first-jcs-golf-tournament-in-kentucky-0#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [Successful First JCS Golf Tournament in Kentucky](https://www.jcs.com/blog/successful-first-jcs-golf-tournament-in-kentucky) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** August 03, 2023 ** [spiritsproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsproduction), [engineering](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/engineering), [alcoholblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/alcoholblending), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [bourbonprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonprocessing), [kentuckybourbon](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/kentuckybourbon) A great time was had at the first annual JCS Golf Tournament hosted at My Old Kentucky Home golf course in Bardstown, Kentucky.  This event brought many local distillers and JCS partners together to benefit the Lifting Spirits Foundation, a non- profit organization that supports workforce development issues and initiatives within the distilled spirits industry.  We’re proud to say this event raised $8,320 for the Lifting Spirits Foundation, and cheers to all those involved. Tags: [spiritsproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsproduction), [engineering](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/engineering), [alcoholblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/alcoholblending), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [bourbonprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonprocessing), [kentuckybourbon](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/kentuckybourbon) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/successful-first-jcs-golf-tournament-in-kentucky) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/successful-first-jcs-golf-tournament-in-kentucky#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [Maximizing Production Capacity by reducing challenges in the Spirits industry](https://www.jcs.com/blog/maximizing-production-capacity-by-reducing-the-most-common-challenges-in-the-spirits-industry) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** March 22, 2022 ** [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [inlinestandardizing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/inlinestandardizing), [spiritsproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsproduction), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [inlineblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/inlineblending), [bourbonprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonprocessing) *Spirits manufacturers constantly face many different challenges in their industry, some of the most important being, accelerate proofing, consistent product quality, reduced product giveaway, maximize yields, and satisfying government regulations regarding taxation on %Alcohol by volume. With the JCS UltraBlend***™*****, distillers can meet these ch**allenges by streamlining their production, eliminating the need for Proof Tanks, currently used to obtain the required %ABV (%Alcohol by Volume), Tightening Quality Control(can include added sugar, flavorings, spices, etc.). Ultimately the producer can save in many ways:* Tags: [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [inlinestandardizing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/inlinestandardizing), [spiritsproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsproduction), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [inlineblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/inlineblending), [bourbonprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonprocessing) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/maximizing-production-capacity-by-reducing-the-most-common-challenges-in-the-spirits-industry) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/maximizing-production-capacity-by-reducing-the-most-common-challenges-in-the-spirits-industry#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [JCS donates an UltraBlend™ system to the University of Kentucky](https://www.jcs.com/blog/jcs-donates-an-ultrablend-system-to-the-university-of-kentucky) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** February 25, 2022 ** [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [processingsystems](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/processingsystems), [blender](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/blender), [research](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/research), [alcoholblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/alcoholblending), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [inlineblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/inlineblending), [spiritsblender](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsblender) JCS Process & Control Systems is pleased to announce its partnership with the James B. Beam Institute at the University of Kentucky to help advance the mission of giving students and researchers in the bourbon industry the opportunity to learn the operation of a distillery and to have a common place to come together to run studies. Tags: [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [processingsystems](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/processingsystems), [blender](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/blender), [research](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/research), [alcoholblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/alcoholblending), [bourbonproduction](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/bourbonproduction), [inlineblending](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/inlineblending), [spiritsblender](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/spiritsblender) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/jcs-donates-an-ultrablend-system-to-the-university-of-kentucky) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/jcs-donates-an-ultrablend-system-to-the-university-of-kentucky#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [JCS Announces Founder and CEO Retirement](https://www.jcs.com/blog/jcs-announces-founder-and-ceo-retirement) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** January 11, 2022 ** [retirement](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/retirement), [CEO](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/ceo), [successionplan](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/successionplan) JCS Process & Control Systems announced that its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Philip R Frechette has decided to retire from his day-to-day responsibilities with the company effective January 1, 2022. Additionally, Phil will continue in his role as JCS Chairman of the Board for the foreseeable future. Tags: [retirement](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/retirement), [CEO](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/ceo), [successionplan](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/successionplan) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/jcs-announces-founder-and-ceo-retirement) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/jcs-announces-founder-and-ceo-retirement#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [Unplanned downtime is a thing of the past: Top 5 Preventative Maintenance Tips](https://www.jcs.com/blog/unplanned-downtime-is-a-thing-of-the-past-top-5-preventative-maintenance-tips) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** May 26, 2021 ** [preventative maintenance](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/preventative-maintenance), [PM](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/pm), [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [processcontrolsystems](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/processcontrolsystems), [milkprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/milkprocessing) Preventive maintenance (PM) is a key part of facilities management, and your goal is to develop and implement consistent practices that improve the performance and safety of the equipment at your facilities. While the implementation of a preventative maintenance plan can be time-consuming and costly, from our years of experience, we believe that the benefits far outweigh the risk of not having one in place. Fewer equipment stops mean less production waste, less unplanned downtime, and a healthier business. Follow these five tips to ensure you have an effective, efficient, and sustainable PM program for your facility. Tags: [preventative maintenance](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/preventative-maintenance), [PM](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/pm), [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [processcontrolsystems](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/processcontrolsystems), [milkprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/milkprocessing) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/unplanned-downtime-is-a-thing-of-the-past-top-5-preventative-maintenance-tips) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/unplanned-downtime-is-a-thing-of-the-past-top-5-preventative-maintenance-tips#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [Welcoming Dave Stoklosa as our New VP of Sales](https://www.jcs.com/blog/welcoming-dave-stoklosa-as-our-new-vp-of-sales) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** August 04, 2020 ** [JCS](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/jcs), [Sales](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/sales) We are excited to welcome Dave Stoklosa to the JCS family as VP of Sales and Marketing. Dave will focus his efforts on increasing our top-line revenue and leading the overall Marketing Plan for JCS in the years to come. Tags: [JCS](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/jcs), [Sales](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/sales) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/welcoming-dave-stoklosa-as-our-new-vp-of-sales) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/welcoming-dave-stoklosa-as-our-new-vp-of-sales#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [2020 JCS Food and Beverage Forum Update](https://www.jcs.com/blog/2020-jcs-food-and-beverage-forum-update) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** May 05, 2020 Similar to last year's event, JCS was looking forward to connecting with our customers and partners at the JCS Food and Beverage Forum and discover new perspectives on challenges and trends in the food and beverage industry. But given the growing concerns around COVID-19, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel the in-person event. [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/2020-jcs-food-and-beverage-forum-update) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/2020-jcs-food-and-beverage-forum-update#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/response-to-coronavirus-covid-19) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** March 18, 2020 ** [COVID-19](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/covid-19) We know the growing concern around COVID-19 has everyone feeling uneasy, especially as we face more changes to our daily routines. At JCS, the safety of our employees and their families is always our primary concern. In an effort to keep our customers informed, we would like to provide some details regarding our business continuity plan. Tags: [COVID-19](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/covid-19) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/response-to-coronavirus-covid-19) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/response-to-coronavirus-covid-19#comments-listing) [![Picture of Yamille Mendieta](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/6c88dbc18eb9c94da307d7d8d3cc0f10)](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ## [A continuous standardizing in-line blending solution for the spirits industry](https://www.jcs.com/blog/a-continuous-standardizing-in-line-blending-solution-for-the-spirits-industry) By [Yamille Mendieta](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta) ** November 05, 2019 ** [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [processingsystems](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/processingsystems), [blender](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/blender) Only JCS offers you a continuous standardizing, in-line blending solution that guarantees your finished product blend to be the same every time. It is a method of mixing products together through multiple streams of flow into a common header. All the ingredients are metered simultaneously at accurately controlled rates using digital inline blending and the JCS Material Balance technology to assure that the product is always within specification. You never need to “correct” post-production with JCS, because we meter every step of the blending process and immediately correct any variances in real time. Tags: [beverageprocessing](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/beverageprocessing), [processingsystems](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/processingsystems), [blender](https://www.jcs.com/blog/tag/blender) [Continue reading](https://www.jcs.com/blog/a-continuous-standardizing-in-line-blending-solution-for-the-spirits-industry) ** [0 Comments ](https://www.jcs.com/blog/a-continuous-standardizing-in-line-blending-solution-for-the-spirits-industry#comments-listing) [All posts](https://www.jcs.com/blog/all) [Next](https://www.jcs.com/blog/author/yamille-mendieta/page/2) ### Subscribe to the JCS Blog & News [![JCSlogo-1](https://www.jcs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/JCSlogo-1.jpg?width=350&height=179&name=JCSlogo-1.jpg "JCSlogo-1")](https://www.jcs.com) JCS Process & Control Systems • 172 Metro Park, Rochester, NY 14623 • p: 585-227-5910 • f: 585-723-3213 © 2026 JCS All rights reserved     [Site Map](https://www.jcs.com/sitemap)