Niagara Bottling announces $35 million expansion
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CITY OF OPELIKA
OPELIKA — Niagara Bottling, which opened its Opelika facility in early 2023 with an initial capital investment of over $114 million that created 65 new jobs, announced a $35 million expansion that is expected to create 18 additional new jobs.
“Expanding our operations is always a thrilling milestone for Niagara, and Opelika has proven to be a fantastic partner in this journey,” said Brian Hess, executive vice president of Niagara. “The support and opportunities we’ve found here have been instrumental in our growth. We’re excited about what the future holds and look forward to a long-lasting and prosperous relation-ship with this remarkable community.”
“Niagara Bottling has exceeded our expectations as both a great community partner and an amazing company offering our citizens great career opportunities at very attractive wages,” said Opelika Economic Development Director John Sweatman. “The fact that they have decided to continue investing here in Opelika is a great testament to our highly skilled workforce and our positive business climate.”
“We are fortunate to have partners like Niagara here in Opelika,” said Mayor Gary Fuller. “They have embraced our community and continue to give back, which means a great deal to us.”
“Good paying jobs and a great work atmosphere create long-lasting employees,” added Opelika City Council President Eddie Smith. “We know that Niagara is a great place to work, and they care deeply for Opelika. We are proud of the fact that they chose Opelika.”
Niagara Bottling, family-owned and operated since 1963, operates bottling facilities through-out the U.S. and Mexico. The Diamond Bar, California-based company works closely with some of the largest retailers, grocers, club and convenience stores throughout the country.
Pharmavite announces $12 million improvement project
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CITY OF OPELIKA
OPELIKA – Mayor Gary Fuller announced that Opelika manufacturing company Pharmavite will invest over $12 million in additional capital into its facility in Opelika to improve its operations.
With the Nature Made line of products, Pharmavite is one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of high-quality vitamins, minerals and other dietary supplements. Opelika is also home to Pharmavite’s gummies production. The company first began operations in its new Opelika facility in 2013 creating 280 new jobs, and since then have continued to invest more than $170 million with multiple expansions and growing jobs numbers to over 600.
“We are fortunate to have world class partners like Pharmavite,” said Fuller. “They continue to provide good paying jobs to people in our community. They are a company built on strong values and beliefs. That’s the kind of workplace we want in Opelika.”
“We’re thrilled to continue building on our commitment to Opelika through this investment, which will help improve Pharmavite’s operations and further support our hundreds of employees in the area,” said Solanda Prather, director of plant operations at the Opelika facility. “For more than 10 years, Pharmavite has remained committed to the vitality of the region and our efforts would not have been possible without the continued support from Mayor Fuller, the City Council and the Opelika Economic Development team.”
“This growth represents a significant investment in our city,” said Opelika City Council President Eddie Smith. ‘We look forward to the opportunities this expansion will bring for everyone in our community.”
“Pharmavite is a great community partner,” said Opelika Economic Development Director John Sweatman. “The fact that they continue to invest and grow here in Opelika is a great testament to our highly-skilled workforce and our positive business climate.”
