Rich Products Makes Expansion in Right to Work Tennessee

Rich Products is planning to expand soon in Right to Work Morristown, Tennessee. In order to accomplish this, the food product company is investing a total of $27 million toward the project. They will also create 51 new jobs. So this is great news for those in Hamblen County!

From Area Development Magazine:

“We continue to invest heavily in our U.S. manufacturing footprint to create unparalleled value for our customers and opportunities for our people. As a proud member of the Tennessee community for nearly 50 years, we’re excited about what this expansion project will do for our business and the region. Not only are we expanding our team and creating jobs, but we’re adding production capacity to support our cake and cupcake business, which has seen a significant influx in demand. It is a true win-win for the community, our customers and consumers as a whole.” […]

“More than 40,000 Tennesseans are employed by food and agriculture companies, and Rich’s investment in our state will directly support this growing sector. We are proud to have Rich’s in Tennessee and believe Morristown and Hamblen County will continue to be the ideal location for this company’s success.” […]

“Rich’s is an important part of Morristown’s industrial community and has provided good jobs for our citizens for many years. This investment in new automated equipment will enhance the value of Rich’s products and allow them to remain competitive as they grow forward. Morristown leadership applauds Rich’s and its expansion plans, which will continue to boost the quality of life here.”

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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