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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Ferrero USA Expanded Its Somerset, New Jersey, Industrial Facility

10/23/2018
Ferrero USA, the global confectionery company known for brands such as Ferrero Rocher, Nutella, Tic Tac and Kinder Joy, expanded its industrial facility located in Franklin Township, Somerset, New Jersey.

The $9 million expansion will add nearly 100 local jobs and brings the facility to a total of 67,000 square feet of packaging and warehousing capabilities.

"We are proud to do business in Franklin Township, and we're thrilled to be expanding our existing operations here," said Paul Chibe, President &  CEO. "This renovation demonstrates the ongoing commitment Ferrero has to doing business in the state of New Jersey, and we're confident this will continue to be a successful partnership for us all."

According to company officials, Since 2016 Ferrero has invested $12 million into the Somerset facility to ensure the successful launch of Kinder Joy, an egg-shaped package that holds a sweet treat on one side and an exciting surprise toy on the other, which was previously available outside of North America. Since its US debut in November 2017, Kinder Joy surpassed all Ferrero and industry targets for a new product, with more than 90 million eggs sold. The success of Kinder Joy in the US has warranted an additional $9 million in investments in 2018.

Last year, Ferrero USA employed up to 500 seasonal employees through local agencies. With the investments, the total number of employees is estimated to grow up to 600 seasonal employees. The location currently employs 35 salaried employees with an additional four salaried employees expected in 2019.

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