Kraft Heinz facility coming to DeKalb

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Kraft Heinz facility coming to DeKalb

A global foods powerhouse is putting down roots in northern Illinois.

A global foods powerhouse is putting down roots in northern Illinois.

Kraft Heinz has announced they're investing $400 million to build a new facility in DeKalb.

The company says it will be one of the largest automated consumer packaged goods distribution centers on the continent, spanning 775,000 square feet.

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The facility is scheduled to open in 2025 and will require more than 150 workers.