Nestlé USA expanding operations in Cherokee County
June 30, 2021
$100 million investment will create approximately 160 new jobs
Nestlé USA, a leading food and beverage company, today unveiled plans to expand operations in Cherokee County. The $100 million investment will create approximately 160 new jobs.
A division of Nestlé S.A., headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland, Nestlé USA’s portfolio includes brands such as STOUFFER’S, COFFEE MATE, DIGIORNO and NESTLÉ TOLL HOUSE.
Opened in 1980 and located at 2132 Old Georgia Highway in Gaffney, the Nestlé USA factory produces premium-quality frozen food entrees for STOUFFER’S and LEAN CUISINE and will expand that ability with the addition of a new production line and the expansion of the existing production line.
Individuals interested in joining the Nestlé USA team should visit the company’s careers webpage.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development
“The frozen food category has been growing for the last few years, and the pandemic has only increased that trend. As people spent more time at home, they rediscovered the convenience, value and great taste of frozen foods. Our investment in the Gaffney factory will ensure that we can continue to meet consumer demand for two of our most popular and well-known brands – Stouffer’s and Lean Cuisine.” -Nestlé USA Gaffney Factory Manager Nicole Caldwell
“Nestlé USA is making a $100 million investment in their Gaffney facility, further demonstrating their commitment to Cherokee County. Their expansion is exciting for us and encouraging for the future of food processing in our region.” -Cherokee County Council Chairman Tim Spencer
FIVE FAST FACTS
- Nestlé USA is expanding operations in Cherokee County.
- The $100 million investment will create approximately 160 new jobs.
- Nestlé USA is a leading food and beverage company in the United States.
- Located at 2132 Old Georgia Highway in Gaffney, S.C.
- Individuals interested in joining the Nestlé USA team should visit the company’s careers webpage.
