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Green Bay Packaging<\/a>, a leading manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions, is expanding its existing manufacturing facility in Morrilton, Arkansas, with an investment of more than $1 billion. This expansion represents the largest capital investment project in the history of Central Arkansas.<\/p>\n “We are excited to officially break ground on Project PowerPack,” said Matt Szymanski, Vice President of Mill Operations at Green Bay Packaging. This project reflects our ongoing commitment to quality and sustainability<\/a>, as well as our dedication to our employees, customers, and the communities in which we live and work. We are truly excited for the future.”<\/p>\n The multi-year project will significantly enhance the infrastructure of the mill and underscore the company\u2019s commitment to sustainable practices and operational efficiency. The project also includes the acquisition of approximately 300 acres of land for future investments and expansion, positioning the mill for the long-term. The company\u2019s strategic investment in the Arkansas Kraft facility could more than double the mill\u2019s current production capacity.<\/p>\n \u201cThank you, Green Bay Packaging, for the important service you have provided for over 50 years in Arkansas, the hundreds of jobs you provide for our state, and for your over $1 billion investment \u2013 representing the largest capital investment project in Central Arkansas\u2019 history,\u201d said Governor Sanders. \u201cWe are proud to have you call Arkansas home.\u201d<\/p>\n Green Bay Packaging plans to create 35 new jobs as part of the expansion. Currently, Green Bay Packaging has more than 620 employees in Conway County.<\/p>\n \u201cIn Arkansas, companies are finding success thanks to low costs, a strong workforce, and pro-business public policy under Governor Sanders\u2019s leadership. Today, we see the evidence of this with Green Bay Packaging\u2019s announcement of an investment totaling more than $1 billion in Morrilton, Arkansas,\u201d said Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald. \u201cGreen Bay Packaging is growing in Arkansas, and we\u2019re proud that they have chosen to invest and create more jobs in our state. We congratulate the City of Morrilton and the local leadership on this win that will have a major impact on the region.\u201d<\/p>\n As part of a multiyear expansion, Green Bay Packaging will be enhancing the Morrilton facility\u2019s infrastructure and replacing key process components, including the recovery boiler and biomass boiler infrastructure. Green Bay Packaging will also install an electric turbine generator to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions.<\/p>\n \u201cFor years, Green Bay Packaging has been an important part of Arkansas\u2019 manufacturing and timber products industries \u2013 and their investment of $1 billion in Morrilton will ensure that the company continues to do business and thrive in the Natural State,\u201d said Clint O\u2019Neal, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. \u201cWith this expansion, Green Bay Packaging is modernizing its facility and creating new jobs that will make a difference in the lives of Arkansans. We congratulate the company, the City of Morrilton, and Conway County on a history-making economic development win.\u201d<\/p>\n The company has an established presence in Arkansas, operating multiple facilities in the Central Arkansas region. In addition to its Arkansas Kraft Division Campus, Green Bay Packaging operates two facilities in Plumerville, a facility in Conway, and another facility in Morrilton.<\/p>\n In 2024, six counties (Conway, Pope, Faulkner, Johnson, Saline, White) and one city (Morrilton) partnered with the Arkansas Department of Transportation to relocate Highway 113 enabling the project to move forward.<\/p>\n \u201cThis is a historic project for the River Valley and for Arkansas,\u201d said Conway County Judge Jimmy Hart. \u201cAnd getting it done took a creative and historic level of regional partnership. I want to thank my fellow county judges and mayor for establishing a new standard of regional cooperation. Today\u2019s announcement is proof that brave partnership and leadership pays off.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cFor decades, Green Bay Packaging has been a key business presence in Morrilton, making a huge impact on this community and surrounding areas. We\u2019re proud that they are continuing to grow with an investment of more than $1 billion,\u201d said State Senator Breanne Davis. \u201cThis is a great day and a big economic development win for Morrilton. Thank you to Green Bay Packaging for continuing to choose Conway County and Arkansas.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cGreen Bay Packaging has been a steadfast supporter of communities throughout north-central Arkansas for decades, said State Representative Rick Beck. \u201cTheir enduring commitment to economic growth and community development laid the foundation for this expansion of the Arkansas Kraft Division Facility \u2014 bringing together state, county and local government partners. \u00a0This united effort has created an exciting opportunity for Green Bay Packaging and will deepen their impact in Arkansas.\u201d<\/p>\n Green Bay Packaging will be hiring for multiple positions, including operators, mechanics, electricians, and engineers. To learn more and to apply for roles, visit www.gbp.com\/careers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n