Westrock Coffee to open single-serve coffee manufacturing facility in Arkansas
Westrock Coffee Company has announced plans to open a new single-serve coffee manufacturing facility in Conway, Arkansas. The company, which is North America's top manufacturer of private label coffee and tea, invested an undisclosedamount into the project, which is expected to contribute to a total of 900 new jobs across two facilities once fully staffed.
Located on William J. Clark Drive, the 525,000-square-foot "Clark" facility will focus on producing millions of single-serve coffee cups each day. Of the total space, 130,000 square feet will be dedicated to manufacturing, while the remaining areawill support fulfillment and distribution.
The facility will implement advanced production technology to meet rising demand from major retail and coffee brandsthroughout North America. As the single-serve category continues to evolve, the new plant is designed to support productinnovation and diversified system partnerships.
The Clark facility complements Westrock Coffee’s broader operations in Arkansas, which include a recently opened ready-to-drink manufacturing plant in Conway and the company’s original production facility in North Little Rock. These expansionsstrengthen the region’s position as a growing hub for coffee and beverage production in the U.S.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Will Ford, Chief Operating Officer, Westrock Coffee Company, said,
"The single-serve category is evolving rapidly, and we are scaling our operations to meet our customers' needs. This expansivenew facility significantly enhances our capabilities in the U.S. market, and we are excited about the opportunities it will createfor our existing and potential customers, employees, and the local community here in central Arkansas."
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