The new facility will be one of the largest manufacturing sites for the Chomps brand and is expected to create approximately 250 full-time jobs, with potential for future expansion.
Developed by PurPod, the pods have replaced all of New England Coffee’s former single-serve plastic pods to deliver a richer aroma and fresher coffee flavor with materials that are friendlier to the environment, reducing plastic waste.
The combined company can take advantage of bi-coastal production facilities, improve its delivery capabilities, expand product offerings and leverage its additional scale to ensure juices reach customers.
The newly acquired Cooper Street Bakery will operate independently from the Cooper Street Snacks brand but will play a crucial role in supporting the company’s expanding product lines.
Millan has more than 25 years' experience in corporate finance, strategy, M&A and IT at Fortune-500/FTSE-100 companies across consumer goods and life sciences.
Robinson will oversee all HR-affiliated programs for Nissin Foods USA, including employee development, internal culture, training and corporate social responsibility.