Skip to content

News & Press

Vienna Beef Ltd. To Open Operations in Newcomerstown

Plans for Production and Cold Storage Facility to Accommodate Growth

Published: Mon Apr 01 2024

Company Name: Vienna Beef Ltd.

Location: Newcomerstown

Site Region: Northeast

Industry Sector: Food Sciences and Agriculture

Company Profile: Vienna Beef is the leading classic Chicago-style hot dog Polish sausage and Italian beef manufacturer. The company offers meats and condiments, including pickles, to restaurants and food services nationwide.

Company Website: www.viennabeef.com

Project Summary:

Type of Project: New Location

Jobs:

  • Jobs committed: 51
  • Jobs retained: 0
  • Types of jobs: Advanced Manufacturing

Capital Investment: $18,500,000

Timetable: Vienna Beef has been looking for a solution to its Chipico growth needs for the last five years.  Numerous sites have been considered in the Midwest and the South. The Newcomerstown building was seriously considered in late fall of 2023 and became a firm solution in early 2024. The building modifications are in the final planning stage, and the intent is to complete those upgrades and begin operations mid to late summer of 2024.

Company Need:

While best known for its premium Chicagoland deli meats, the company has experienced rising demand for refrigerated pickles sold to grocers, restaurants, and other food service outlets nationwide. The Newcomerstown facility will be the third pickle facility, adding to the current locations in California and Florida. 

Testimonial:

The opportunity to add to capacity and locations will allow Vienna Beef to grow the Chipico brand. This Newcomerstown location is a positive addition to the effort, and we welcome the opportunity to work with the local community, farmers, and government to benefit the local economy over the long term.
- Jack Bodman -
President & CEO / Vienna Beef

Why Ohio?

The strategic decision to establish a third production and cold storage facility for pickles stems from a keen awareness of optimizing inbound and outbound freight operations. It significantly positions the company to increase production capacity. The fundamental allure lies in accessing new markets, particularly in the Northeastern United States.

Food and agribusiness is one of the largest industries in Ohio, boasting hundreds of companies that cultivate, process, package, distribute, and market food and drinks enjoyed by consumers worldwide. The proximity to and relationships with industry and academic partners result in faster, more affordable access to every part of the value chain.

Collaborators:

JobsOhio, The Ohio Department of Development, Team NEO, Village of Newcomerstown, Tuscarawas Economic Development Corporation

Tags
  1. Food & Agribusiness