In 2009, a vision took shape to transform contract food manufacturing. What began as the acquisition of four plants in Grand Rapids, Michigan has evolved into Maker's Pride - the largest contract manufacturer in North America. Formerly known as Hearthside Food Solutions, the company emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2024 with a renewed commitment to growth, innovation, and operational excellence. Today, with 27 facilities across the continent and a team of thousands, Maker's Pride partners with some of the world's most iconic food brands to bring their products to life.
From concept to consumer, Maker's Pride delivers excellence in contract food and packaging solutions. The company's expertise spans R&D and innovation, end-to-end commercialization, market strategy and analysis, logistics and demand planning, product optimization, and quality and food safety. Their facilities produce everything from baking and bars to granola, salty snacks, and refrigerated and frozen foods. But what truly sets them apart is their people-first culture and commitment to being more than just a workplace - they're a community that invests in and values its people. With CEO Darlene Nicosia at the helm, bringing 30+ years of expertise from The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo, and Kraft Foods, Maker's Pride continues to reshape the future of food production while ensuring the highest quality and safety standards for the families they serve across North America.