A company broke ground on Tuesday in Hopkins County on a $43 million project that will create over 160 new jobs.
Gov. Andy Beshear joined local officials and leaders from E. Hofmann Packaging, an Ontario, Canada-based plastics packaging producer, as the company broke ground on its first U.S. operation.
“In order to meet the needs of increased consumer demand and the company’s growing U.S. customer base, E. Hofmann Packaging plans to construct a new production facility in Madisonville,” according to the governor’s office.
The $43 million investment will include the construction of a 100,000-square-foot building, new equipment, machinery, automation, and molds.
Construction is expected to be completed in 2026.
“Our economic momentum is made possible by great companies continuing to choose Kentucky to grow and do business,” Beshear said. “This project not only brings a significant investment to the local economy of Hopkins County; it’s also creating 164 quality job opportunities for the talented workforce of the region. I am excited to celebrate E. Hofmann Packaging’s next step toward becoming operational in their new Kentucky home.”
Established in 1984, E. Hofmann Plastics has over 40 years of experience as a rigid plastic packaging producer. In the late 2000s, the company diversified its services to include extrusion and thermoforming with a stronger emphasis on food customers.
(Photo: State and local officials join E. Hofmann Packaging representatives at a groundbreaking ceremony in Madisonville, courtesy of Design and Development Today.com)
By Ken Howlett, News Director
Contact Ken at ken@k105.com
