Kemin’s worldwide expansion to start in Des Moines

Kemin announced a 5-year expansion plan that will add 6 new manufacturing facilities, 3 new research facilities and a new corporate headquarters building in southeast Des Moines (Iowa, USA) along the new SE Connector roadway. 

In addition to the new facilities, the company's expansion will create 98 new jobs in the areas of research, marketing, information technology as well as other support functions.

Kemin Industries President and CEO, Dr. Chris Nelson, shared the company's expansion plans during a press conference held at Kemin Industries corporate headquarters in Des Moines. 

 "As we approach our 50-year anniversary in 2011, we are pleased to be well-positioned to make this significant investment in the future and our commitment to our employees, customers and the millions of lives that we touch every day," said Dr. Nelson.

"Our expansion in Des Moines is an important part of the overall global expansion plan that will take the company to the next level."

In addition to the company's expansion in Des Moines, Kemin is actively evaluating expansion opportunities in Brazil, Russia, India and China.