Mars Wrigley Confectionery

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Mars Wrigley Confectionery operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Hackettstown, New Jersey, serving as a cornerstone of American confectionery production since 1958. This food and beverage industry leader specializes in manufacturing iconic candy and chocolate products including M&Ms, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, SKITTLES, STARBURST, EXTRA, and ALTOIDS through advanced production technologies and rigorous quality control processes. The Hackettstown facility recently received over 70 million dollars in strategic investment to enhance manufacturing capabilities and establish a cutting-edge R&D Innovation Studio featuring prototyping kitchens, packaging laboratories, and collaborative development spaces. These enhancements accelerate product innovation cycles while maintaining stringent food safety standards and manufacturing excellence. Mars Wrigley Hackettstown employs advanced chocolate production systems and confectionery manufacturing processes designed to meet evolving consumer preferences while supporting sustainable operations. The facility serves as the United States headquarters for Mars Wrigley operations, coordinating nationwide distribution and supply chain management for premium confectionery products. With nearly seven decades of manufacturing heritage in New Jersey, Mars Wrigley Confectionery combines traditional candy-making expertise with modern automation and quality assurance protocols. The company maintains comprehensive manufacturing efficiency programs and continuous improvement initiatives that position them as a leading confectionery manufacturer serving both domestic and international markets through innovative product development and reliable production capabilities.