Silesia will open a U.S. facility in Huntley as part of the company’s decision to invest $40 million to build a new flavor innovation and production facility, creating 41 new full-time jobs, Illinois officials said.
Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and Intersect Illinois Silesia, a flavor company headquartered in Germany that develops, produces and distributes flavors to the food and beverage industry worldwide, announced that the new Huntley facility will be the second company production facility in Illinois.
Plans call for the construction of a 120,000-square-foot building on vacant 20-acres of land on Route 47 near I-90, village records show.
The company established its first U.S. sales office in Elk Grove in 1996, followed by a production facility in Hoffman Estates in 2001, officials said.
This Huntley facility will focus on producing liquid sweet flavors for the confectionery, bakery, beverage, and dairy industries.
The new facility is expected to produce 41 jobs in the Huntley area, officials said.
“I am thrilled that Silesia is doubling down on their commitment to Illinois and expanding on an already rich legacy in our state,” Pritzker said. “With the opening of the new flavor innovation and production facility in Huntley, Silesia is bringing good jobs and opportunity to our people while further solidifying our status as a national leader in food and beverage manufacturing and processing.”
With support from the State’s EDGE incentives, Silesia is reaffirming its commitment to the region through the construction of the manufacturing facility, officials said.
The new Huntley plant will produce powdered savory and sweet flavors, as well as liquid savory flavors, for distribution across North and South America.
Equipped with cutting-edge culinary research labs, the facility will enable co-creation opportunities with customers. It will be used in a wide range of products, including sauces, dressings, and snacks, officials said.
Sweet, powdered flavors will serve applications ranging from sports nutrition to confectionery, officials said.
“The Village of Huntley is proud that Silesia has chosen our community as their next home for expansion, a decision that truly highlights the outstanding synergy between a growing business and a thriving community,” said Huntley Mayor Tim Hoeft.
Silesia’s decision to expand its operations builds upon Illinois’ global reputation as a leader in the food processing industry, officials said.
Guided by Illinois’ Economic Growth Plan, the State is laying the foundation for long-term success by focusing on key, high-growth industries, including food processing. Illinois is home to Ferrero’s first chocolate factory in North America, innovation and R&D labs designed to help companies grow and innovate, as well as headquarters such as Kraft Heinz, Wrigley, and Mondelez, officials said.
“The opening of this facility is a testament to the power of collaboration and shared vision,” said Thomas Ginschel, President of the Americas, Silesia Group. “We’re excited to bring this new facility to the Village of Huntley and are grateful for the support of our partners and local leaders.”
As part of the State of Illinois’ incentive package, Silesia received an EDGE tax credit for its substantial investment and commitment to job creation. In calendar year 2024, companies in the EDGE program committed more than $650 million in investments in communities across Illinois.