ng to Missouri Governor Jay Nixon, the expansion is expected to create around 70 new full-time jobs.Governor Nixon said that Unilever's new investment is creating additional jobs, which is a big win for Independence and a great news for Missouri's growing economy.
"Last fall, I was pleased to meet with Unilever North America president, Kees Kruythoff, and other company officials about how Missouri's skilled workforce, favorable business climate and outstanding quality of life make the Show-Me State a great place for global businesses like theirs to grow and invest," Nixon added.
Currently, the Unilever's facility in Independence facility processes wet foods, comprising Wish-Bone salad dressings, and Hellmann's salad dressings for the company's food service business, Unilever Food Solutions.
The Independence facility produces various dry mix products such as sides, soups, sauces, and gravies under the Knorr and Lipton brand names.
The facility will become a dedicated dry mix facility over the next two years.
