date:Dec 10, 2013
Unilever in October 2013.
Pinnacle Foods stated that the St. Elmo site was identified as the best location for the integration due to its geographic location and proven expertise in liquid filling and processing.
The plant currently produces Pinnacle's Mrs. Butterworth's and Log Cabin syrups, and Open Pit barbecue sauces.
In support of the project, the company will receive grants from the state of Illinois and assistance from the city of St. Elmo and Fayette County.
Pinnacle Foods executive