Nestlé USA has opened its new beverage factory and distribution center in Glendale, Arizona. The new facility will produce creamers for several of Nestlé’s go-to brands, including Coffee mate, natural bliss and Starbucks, and has the ability to extend to additional beverages in the future.
Today, people enjoy coffee and creamer beyond their morning routines, embracing more drinking occasions throughout the day. Additionally, consumers whiten more than 70% of their cups of coffee, with this number expected to increase as younger generations drink more.
Nestlé is poised to capitalize on this opportunity, and with an investment of over $675 million in the Glendale facility, Nestlé is growing its manufacturing network to deliver for these consumers.
Daniel Jhung, President of Coffee & Beverage for Nestlé USA, said: “Coffee culture is booming across the U.S. as consumers seek more options for customization and experimentation when it comes to their coffee at home.
“As the definitive leader in the refrigerated creamers space, we are focused on delivering on those consumer needs to drive the growth of our business and the category. This new facility was built with the flexibility needed to support innovation, and will play a key role in helping us deliver for our customers and consumers now, and in the future.
“We are grateful for the warm welcome we have received from the City of Glendale and the State of Arizona, and we look forward to growing alongside this thriving community.”
The new location marks Nestlé USA’s 20th food and beverage factory and is the latest in its more than $3 billion investment to enhance its manufacturing capabilities across the U.S. over the past several years.
The 630,000 sq ft facility is outfitted with advanced technology and digital tools, enabling the flexibility to shift production based on changing consumer needs, trends and even seasonality. Its opening brings 300 jobs to the Glendale community and places Nestlé closer to its West Coast retail customers.