NEWS RELEASE
Dec. 11, 2024
Carthage, Missouri – Schreiber Foods is excited to announce a significant expansion in Carthage, Missouri, that will create new jobs, boost local economic growth, and enhance Schreiber’s production capabilities so it can continue to be an essential ingredient in its customers’ success.
The expansion includes construction of a new 168,000-square-foot production facility that includes state-of-the-art technology. The $211 million investment is expected to create 150 new jobs. In addition, Schreiber is pursuing an opportunity that would increase the size of the project.
“We’re thrilled to continue our growth in Carthage,” said Ron Dunford, President & CEO of Schreiber. “This expansion underscores our commitment to innovation, quality, our customers and the Carthage community, as we work to do good through food in everything we do.”
The project will enhance Schreiber Foods’ process-cheese capabilities in the United States and support the company’s ongoing efforts to partner with customers and meet increasing demand. Mobilization of construction is expected to begin in January 2025, with completion expected in 2027.
Schreiber Foods has been a vital part of the Carthage community since 1950, currently employing more than 1,300 people across its existing facilities. This expansion will further solidify the company’s presence in Southwest Missouri and its role as a key contributor to the local economy.
“Carthage appreciates Schreiber Foods’ continued investment into our community with this new production facility and the employee growth that comes with it,” said Jeff Meredith, Chief Executive Officer of the Carthage Economic Development Corporation. “We’re excited to partner with Schreiber Foods as we work together to grow the local economy and help provide quality jobs for the community.”
Key highlights of the expansion:
- Increased production capacity: The expanded facility will enable Schreiber to increase its production output and meet rising demand.
- Job creation: The project will create 150 new jobs in the Carthage community, contributing to the local economy and providing new opportunities for skilled workers.
- Advanced technology: The new facility will be equipped with the latest in manufacturing technology, ensuring efficient and sustainable production practices.
Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, Schreiber is a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, beverages and yogurt. Its more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable Schreiber to be an essential ingredient in its customers’ success. With annual sales of more than $7 billion, the company partners with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. Schreiber also recognizes its responsibility to do good in the world and is driven to make a difference in everything it does.
Contact: Andrew Tobisch
Director of Communications
Phone: 920-455-6484