Packaging company to expand in Staunton

Published February 26, 2016 by Jessica Sabbath

Graphic Packaging International plans to expand its operations in Staunton, creating 43 new jobs.

The company manufactures packaging for food, beverage and other consumer products companies.

“The Staunton folding carton plant is strategically important for Graphic Packaging to execute our business plan,” Graphic Packaging President and CEO Michael Doss said in a statement. “The expansion will significantly bolster our manufacturing capabilities to serve existing and new customers.”

Gov. Terry McAuliffe approved a $250,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund for the project.

Graphic Packaging is a subsidiary of Graphic Packaging International. Its Staunton facility has more than 170 employees.