FREMONT, OH – March 12, 2015 – Green Bay Packaging (GBP) is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Fremont Division. Founded on March 9th, 1965, the facility continues to operate under its original guiding principles
of offering exceptional service, outstanding quality and unique designs. Green Bay Packaging began as a family business in 1933.
With a clear focus on the customer, the Fremont team continually improves productivity with lean manufacturing practices and experienced, dedicated workers that enable the company to be more nimble and responsive to
customer needs. “The legacy of the Fremont Division is truly the dedication of its people. The longevity of our work force and their commitment to our customer base has been the hallmark Fremont’s success over the past five decades,” expresses Paul Martin, Vice President and General Manager, Fremont Division. “Coupled with Green Bay Packaging’s continued investment in technology and equipment our division is well positioned to serve
this region and our customers for the next fifty years!” From its roots as a family business, the Fremont Division has maintained its commitment to innovation and quality. Successful adaptation to an ever-changing market has enabled the team to continually focus on advancing technologies, resulting in a steadily growing production capacity and a strong customer portfolio. “While the Fremont Division has grown significantly since it opened in 1965, we have been able to incorporate our past heritage and culture as a family-run business while also focusing on what it takes to be a successful contributor,” stated Bryan Hollenbach, Executive Vice President of Green Bay Packaging. “Today, Fremont is a
key strategic facility for GBP thanks, in large part, to dedicated customers and team members, including some
who have been with us through most of this 50 year journey.”
About Fremont Division
Established in 1965, the Fremont Division is an industry-leading manufacturer of corrugated containers, displays
and innovative packaging solutions. High quality standards and exceptional service in a multitude of market
segments include but are not limited to foodservice, appliance, chemical, automotive, industrial, plastics and
furniture packing industries. Printed and converted corrugated packaging items are shipped daily throughout
Ohio, Eastern Indiana and Southeast Michigan.
About Green Bay Packaging Inc.
Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated
container plants, folding cartons, recycled and virgin linerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock,
specialty converting operations, timberlands, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green
Bay Packaging Inc. is dedicated to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus
on quality, sustainability and continuous improvement throughout all of its manufacturing facilities in 14 states.
For more information about Green Bay Packaging, visit gbp.com
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