Facility expansion underway! Post Holdings is taking steps to fortify its foodservice portfolio, unveiling plans to expand its Michael Foods manufacturing and distribution facility located in Norwalk, Iowa.
“We are excited our continued growth led us to seek expansion in Norwalk, where we are an employer of choice,” said Steve Schonhoff, Senior Vice President of Integrated Supply Chain.
The facility, which was first opened in 2019, currently stands at 150,000 square feet and processes eggs and other pre-cooked products. Through this expansion, Post Holdings’ Michael Foods brand will add approximately 132,000 square feet and an estimated 186 new jobs.
“We appreciate the support we’ve received from the City of Norwalk and the Iowa Economic Development Authority,” added Mark Westphal, President and Chief Executive Officer of Michael Foods. “As the nation’s leader in valued-added egg products, this expansion will allow us to continue to meet our customers’ needs.”
Construction is expected to begin in July 2023 with targeted completion in December 2024, according to a press release.
A component of the consumer packaged goods holding company’s expansive portfolio, Michael Foods is based in Hopkins, Minnesota. The company’s foodservice brands include Papetti’s® and Simply Potatoes®.
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