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U.S. manufacturing accelerated in July, with a wave of new facilities and expansions spanning biotechnology, automotive, food production, and advanced materials. From injectable drug production in Indiana to seating systems for EVs in Illinois and alternative protein in Kentucky, this month’s announcements reflect a continued push toward innovation, supply chain resilience, and regional job creation. Companies both domestic and international are scaling their U.S. presence, committing over a billion dollars in investments and thousands of new positions. Let’s take a closer look at the new operations powering the next phase of American industrial growth.
Above: Westrock Coffee Company unveils its new facility in Conway, Arkansas
Westrock Coffee Company has expanded its U.S. operations with a new 525,000 square foot state of the art manufacturing facility in Conway, Arkansas, located on William J. Clark Drive. Of that total, approximately 130,000 square feet is dedicated to manufacturing single serve coffee products, while the remainder supports fulfillment and distribution. The facility is equipped with advanced production technology capable of producing millions of single serve coffee cups daily to meet fast growing global customer demand.
This facility is part of a broader investment plan that includes earlier expansions in 2024 and contributes to Westrock’s expected growth to 900 jobs across its Conway operations, including manufacturing, quality assurance and logistics roles. “The single serve category is evolving rapidly, and we are scaling our operations to meet our customers’ needs,” said Will Ford, Chief Operating Officer at Westrock Coffee. “This expansive new facility significantly enhances our capabilities in the U.S. market, and we are excited about the opportunities it will create for our existing and potential customers, employees, and the local community here in central Arkansas.”
Mars, Incorporated has unveiled a brand new LEED Silver certified bakery facility for its Nature’s Bakery brand in Salt Lake City, Utah. The 339,000 square foot plant is capable of producing more than 1 billion snack bars annually and is expected to bring over 230 new jobs to the region. Located in the Mountain West neighborhood, the facility is designed to enhance national distribution efficiency and cut trucking related CO₂ emissions by an estimated 5,700 metric tons per year, while its advanced automation—including ingredient delivery, mixing, and cooling systems—improves food safety, consistency, and enables many roles to evolve into higher skilled positions.
Steve Gardiner, CEO of Nature’s Bakery, noted: “The biggest step we can take to meet our growth goals is making more of the snacks people love, and this new baking facility helps us do exactly that. It gives us the space to grow today and tomorrow, while letting us bake even more efficiently and with even higher quality. Most importantly, it allows us to keep delivering wholesome, feel good snacks to more families across the country, wherever and whenever they need them.”
Chomps officially unveiled its new 300,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Mexico, Missouri, on July 23, 2025, developed in collaboration with long time partner Western Smokehouse Partners. The plant is expected to create approximately 250 full time jobs and is solely dedicated to the production of Chomps meat stick product. As demand accelerates, the facility will support the company’s goal of doubling its manufacturing capacity by 2026.
“This new facility is a testament to our rapid growth and unwavering commitment to providing consumers with high quality meat snacks,” said Elizabeth Carter, President and COO of Chomps. The expansion reflects Chomps’ strategic push to innovate and meet nationwide demand with greater efficiency.
Pilgrim’s, a major food manufacturer, is investing $400 million to build a new multi phase prepared foods facility in LaFayette, Walker County, Georgia. Once completed, the plant is expected to create over 630 new jobs at full capacity and will produce a variety of fully cooked chicken products under brands such as Just Bare, Pilgrim’s, and Gold Kist for both retail and foodservice markets. The project is designed to support the company’s growth strategy by expanding its prepared foods business and responding to increased consumer demand.
“Expanding the Pilgrim’s footprint in Georgia highlights our ongoing commitment to the region and our company’s long term growth strategy,” said Fabio Sandri, Pilgrim’s CEO. “This significant investment will allow further growth of our prepared foods business by expanding brands like Just Bare, Pilgrim's, and Gold Kist, and supporting increasing demand in retail and foodservice channels. We are also proud of our role in creating jobs and being a strong community partner.”
Above: Inside Bison, Inc.'s expanded facility in Lincoln, NE
Bison, Inc. has expanded its manufacturing operations in Lincoln, Nebraska, consolidating all storage, design, fabrication, coating, and packaging into one integrated 140,000-square-foot facility. The expansion streamlines production of the company’s full lineup of sports equipment—including basketball systems, volleyball nets, and newly added baseball and softball product lines—allowing for greater efficiency, improved lead times, and consideration of future contract manufacturing opportunities.
“After more than 40 years in the industry, Bison is again poised for growth and we have the most efficient production processes in place to stabilize prices in spite of market pressure on raw material costs affecting manufacturers in recent years. As a Midwestern U.S. manufacturer that sources over 90% of our content from the U.S., we have close relationships with our suppliers and can be responsive to changing market conditions to benefit our dealers and their customers,” said Nick Cusick, founder and CEO.
Great Day Improvements is expanding its operations across both northeastern and southwestern Ohio, with plans to create 995 new full-time jobs over the next five years. The company will add 583 positions in Sharonville near Cincinnati and 412 jobs across its facilities in Walton Hills, Twinsburg, and Bedford Heights in the Cleveland area. As part of the expansion, a new 247,000-square-foot building materials manufacturing facility will be constructed in Walton Hills to increase production capacity and streamline operations.
“With Ohio roots, we want to be here for growth and opportunity. It’s our partnerships with Ohio and local communities making that a reality,” said Drew Weinfurtner, CEO of Great Day Improvements.
WinChoice has announced a $3 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Mountain Pine, Arkansas, which will create more than 50 full-time jobs in the local community. The investment builds on the company’s original 2019 facility and is designed to substantially increase production capacity to meet rising demand for its high-quality window products. In conjunction with the expansion, WinChoice unveiled a unified brand identity—consolidating the former WinChoice USA and Morfe Windows brands under a single name—reflecting a modernization of its market presence and strategic direction.
“This expansion is more than just an investment in our facility—it’s an investment in people and in our community,” said Morgan Wiles, Co Founder of WinChoice. “We’re proud to be growing in the same place where Shaun and I started, and we’re excited to continue creating opportunities for our hometown.”
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MetroWall has officially commenced construction on a new, expanded headquarters adjacent to its current facility in Congers, New York. The cutting-edge facility is slated to open in late 2026 and will be double the size of the current headquarters. In addition to significantly scaling up MetroWall’s manufacturing capabilities, the new building will house a dedicated Research & Development laboratory designed to drive innovation in architectural glass wall systems.
“Our team continues to push boundaries in design, quality, and service,” said Jared Scott, CEO of MetroWall. “Breaking ground on this new facility is more than a construction milestone—it’s a reflection of the trust our clients place in us and the incredible work our team delivers every day.”
Picanova Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Germany’s The Customization Group and decorative accessories manufacturer, is launching a new production and fulfillment facility in Obetz, Ohio, representing a multimillion dollar relocation from Arizona. The Obetz hub will support the company’s North American operations, create 246 full time jobs, and generate over $13 million in new annual payroll. The facility is designed to streamline delivery, improve service for U.S. customers, and anchor the company’s long term growth in the region.
“Our expansion into the Columbus Region is a major milestone for our North American operations,” said Philipp Mühlbauer, CEO of The Customization Group. “With this strategic move, we’re not only strengthening our U.S. presence, but also creating high quality jobs and significantly improving delivery speed and service for our American customers.”
Generac Power Systems has launched a proposed U.S. manufacturing and assembly facility, which would be its largest to date, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. The 345,000 square foot plant, which began production in March 2025, is dedicated to producing generator units ranging from 48 kW to 1 MW—work previously done in Mexico—and currently employs over 100 team members, with plans to scale up to approximately 320 employees by year-end. The facility features four full assembly lines (with room for a fifth) and is pivotal to Generac’s strategy of vertical integration and reshoring essential industrial power production.
Simtra BioPharma Solutions has purchased a 65 acre parcel in Bloomington, Indiana, featuring over 300,000 square feet of space for expansion under-roof adjacent to its existing facility. This strategic acquisition paves the way to design and install the company’s first U.S.-based commercial-scale manufacturing lines for oncology-focused injectable drug products, including isolator-based vial and prefilled syringe filling systems. The move significantly enhances Simtra’s ability to meet growing customer demand for advanced injectable therapies across North America.
“This purchase gives us the foundation to grow with purpose, building the advanced injectable capacity our customers need while strengthening our presence in North America,” said Franco Negron, Chief Executive Officer of Simtra BioPharma Solutions.
Above: Tevogen Bio's new site in Warren, NJ
Tevogen Bio has signed a letter of intent to lease a 17,428 square foot facility in Warren, New Jersey, formerly used by Pfizer and Cordis. The site is intended to support the company’s commercial scale good manufacturing practice (GMP) production of cell therapy products, complementing its PredicTcell™ AI driven target discovery platform and accelerating its advanced therapeutic pipeline. This new space is positioned as a bridge solution while Tevogen plans development of a custom-built manufacturing facility.
“Our continued investment in infrastructure reflects our commitment to delivering innovative and accessible T cell therapies,” said Dr. Ryan Saadi, CEO of Tevogen Bio. “This facility has potential to efficiently scale our manufacturing as we advance our pipeline toward commercialization and will serve as a bridge as we enter the early stages of developing our own custom built manufacturing facility.”
Meridian Biotech is investing $40 million to establish a state-of-the-art facility in Franklin County that transforms distillery byproducts from Buffalo Trace into multifunctional alternative proteins. The plant is set to create up to 35 high-wage jobs and will be the first biotech company in the county to operate at this scale. The facility is expected to convert stillage into proteins suitable for aquaculture feeds, pet foods, and organic fertilizers, positioning the company at the intersection of biotechnology and sustainable resource innovation.
“By reimagining distillery stillage as a resource rather than a byproduct, we’re pioneering new pathways in biotechnology that have the potential to transform the spirits industry,” said Brandon Corace, president of Meridian Biotech.
Alltech, the animal nutrition science company, is investing $12 million to open a cutting-edge aquatic feed innovation center at its global science production campus in Versailles, Kentucky. The facility, expected to open in October 2025, will deepen Alltech’s involvement in sustainable feed technologies and support research and development aimed at improving aquaculture nutrition and environmental impact.“We’re thrilled to launch this new center as part of our global science production campus,” said Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech. “This facility represents our ongoing commitment to advancing aquaculture through science-driven solutions and innovation in feed formulation.”
E. Hofmann Packaging, a Canadian-based rigid plastic packaging producer, has embarked on a major expansion with a new $43 million production facility in Madisonville, Kentucky—its first operation in the United States and second overall. The 100,000 square foot plant will feature updated equipment, automation, molds, and machinery, and is projected to generate 164 new full time jobs by the time construction concludes in 2026.
“We are extremely blessed to have found such a welcoming town in Madisonville as the site for our U.S. expansion,” said Paul Kalia, President and CEO of E. Hofmann Plastics. “We appreciate the swift action taken by local and state authorities; their support has been invaluable as we embark on the largest project in our company’s history. We look forward to building lasting relationships in the public and private sectors while driving economic growth here in Madisonville.”
Nitto has officially opened a new production facility at 120 Fortune Drive in Franklin County’s Industrial Park 3 in Frankfort, Kentucky. The project is expected to create 220 full time jobs, marking the largest number of new positions committed in the county in roughly 15 years. The facility expands the company’s manufacturing footprint, providing additional production space to support its delivery of high-performance materials across automotive, aerospace, electronics, and other high-tech sectors.
“Today marks a proud and exciting milestone for Nitto as we officially open the doors to our new Frankfort facility,” said Shingo Suita, president of Nitto Inc. “This expansion reflects our continued growth, commitment to innovation and dedication to serving our customers and community with excellence. … We look forward to the opportunities this new space will create and the future we will build together."
Alta Alloys LLC, a specialty metals processor, is relocating its corporate headquarters and expanding its manufacturing operations in Simpson County, Kentucky, with a $20 million investment that will create 45 new skilled manufacturing jobs. The project includes the acquisition of a 105,000-square-foot building, construction of an additional facility on the site, and installation of large-scale processing equipment. Operations are expected to begin by the first half of 2026. (
“Franklin’s compelling attributes – from its central location to its demonstrably business friendly atmosphere – make it the perfect home for our new headquarters,” said Nick Polites, President of Alta Alloys. “We look forward to harnessing these opportunities to drive substantial growth for Alta Alloys and becoming a dedicated partner in the community.”
Adient, a global automotive seating supplier, is investing over $8 million to establish a production facility in Normal, Illinois, adjacent to Rivian’s electric vehicle plant. This strategic move repurposes an existing 85,000-square-foot warehouse to manufacture front and rear seat assemblies for Rivian’s upcoming R2 SUV model. The project is set to create at least 75 full-time jobs, bolstering the state’s growing EV manufacturing ecosystem.
“Adient is pleased to leverage our global expertise in automotive seating to become part of the Normal community,” said Jim Conklin, Executive Vice President, Americas, for Adient. The new plant will not only enhance supply chain efficiency for Rivian but also strengthen Central Illinois’ role in advanced manufacturing and the clean-energy sector.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems is investing $17 million to expand its Simpson County plant in Franklin Simpson County, Kentucky, enabling production of additional electric wiring harness components for the automotive industry. The expansion will add injection molding machines, automated assembly equipment, and increased warehousing for raw materials and finished goods, while maintaining a clean, climate controlled environment. As part of the project, the company will create 76 new full time jobs in manufacturing, warehousing, maintenance, and engineering roles.
“We have been producing connectors and terminals in Kentucky since 1988; it’s very exciting to be able to continue to grow and expand in South Central Kentucky,” said John Saylors, division manager of Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems.
FabLogix, a pipe fabrication subsidiary of Kelso Industries, has announced a $9.8 million expansion in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. The investment funds a brand-new 150,000 square foot facility in Duncan offering process pipe, modular, and vessel fabrication services. The project is expected to create 150 full time jobs, directly supporting FabLogix’s growing national business, which serves the life sciences, chemical, power, and industrial manufacturing sectors. “We are proud to invest in Spartanburg County and be part of a community that shares our values of hard work, integrity and follow through,” said FabLogix President Jason Jones.
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