CARTHAGE, Mo. — Schreiber Foods has announced plans to invest more than $267 million in a new manufacturing facility in Carthage, a project expected to create approximately 100 new jobs in the community.
The new facility is expected to open in 2028 and will expand Schreiber’s process-cheese production capacity as the company works to meet growing customer demand.
“Our customers’ ambitions help shape where we invest and how we grow,” said Trevor Farrell, president of Schreiber Foods. “This investment reflects our confidence in the future and our commitment to being ready for what’s next. By expanding our network in Carthage, we’re strengthening our ability to deliver the quality, food safety, service and reliability our customers count on every day.”
Schreiber currently employs more than 1,300 people in Carthage and has operated in the community since 1950.
“We continue to see tremendous opportunity in process cheese,” said Jason Stephens, executive vice president and president of Schreiber’s U.S. operations. “It’s a category that Schreiber has helped shape for generations, and one that remains important to our customers. This investment ensures we’re ready to grow and evolve alongside our customers for years to come.”
Local officials welcomed the announcement, pointing to Schreiber’s long-standing presence and economic impact in Carthage.
“On behalf of the Mayor and City Council, we thank Schreiber Foods for its continued investment in Carthage,” said Traci Cox, city administrator for the City of Carthage. “Since establishing operations here in 1950, Schreiber has been a valued community partner and major employer.”
“The City of Carthage is grateful that Schreiber has once again chosen our community for expansion, and we look forward to the opportunities this investment will create for our residents and local economy,” Cox said.
Jeff Meredith, CEO of the Carthage Economic Development Corporation, said the project is another indication of the community’s potential for growth.
“Carthage Economic Development Corporation is proud to partner with Schreiber Foods,” Meredith said. “Their capital investment and job growth show that Carthage is ready for business and built for growth.”
Meredith said the expansion could also create additional demand for housing as Carthage continues to grow.
“The project strengthens our community and will increase the need for housing to support the next chapter of Carthage’s development,” he said.
