SALINA —Kansas Governor Laura Kelly joined Kansas Department of Commerce Secretary David Toland in Salina to celebrate Schwan's manufacturing expansion which will create 225 new jobs. Senator Jerry Moran also attended the announcement.
“Schwan’s has been a staple here in Salina for many years, and they’ve been making nationally recognized pizza brands for decades,” Governor Kelly said. “From Day One, my administration has prioritized investing in and rebuilding Kansas’ foundation. This venture is a testament to our commitment to create good jobs for Kansans, especially at this critical time as we work to recover from the economic challenges brought on by COVID-19.”
The expansion includes 400,000 square foot addition to the Tony’s plant at 3019 Scanlan Avenue in Salina.
The announcement of the project comes as the company celebrates the 50th year of operating a pizza production facility in Salina.
“For 50 years, we have made steady investments in growing our operations in Salina, and our facility eventually became what we believe is the largest pizza production facility in the world,” said CEO Dimitrios Smyrnios. “This new investment in Salina will help ensure that we can achieve our growth plans and continue to provide delicious pizzas to millions of families for decades to come.”