Tandem Foods Opens New California Facility, Becomes Largest Wafer Bar Manufacturer in the U.S.

Strategic Investment Supports Customer Growth and New Business Development

LOS ANGELES & PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tandem Foods, a leading innovator and manufacturer in the better-for-you snack industry, announces the successful start-up of the first manufacturing line at its new Cypress, California facility. This project represents the largest investment in the company’s 40-year history and marks a major milestone in its strategic plan.

“This investment is a direct response to the sustained growth of our strategic partners and the exciting pipeline of new business we’re developing,” said Michael Buick, CEO of Tandem Foods. “Bringing this facility online enhances our ability to serve existing customers and provides the flexibility to scale with new opportunities.”

The first line at the facility is dedicated to producing high-quality wafer bars, expanding Tandem Foods’ capacity in this key segment by more than 150%. With this expansion, Tandem Foods now stands as the largest wafer manufacturer in the U.S., reinforcing its position as a trusted partner to strategic customers and a leader in better-for-you snacks.

In line with Tandem Foods’ commitment to sustainability, the new line incorporates eco-efficient baking technology that significantly reduces gas consumption and emissions. By capturing and utilizing heat more effectively during the baking process, the system sets a new standard for responsible manufacturing in the category.

The Cypress site was designed with future expansion in mind, offering space for additional manufacturing lines to support long-term growth. The inaugural line will serve both existing strategic partners and new business opportunities, ensuring supply chain resilience and responsiveness.

Tandem Foods’ expansion reflects its ongoing commitment to U.S.-based manufacturing and its dedication to delivering quality, innovation, and reliability at scale.

About Tandem Foods

Tandem Foods is a premier contract manufacturer of better-for-you snacks, focused on delivering high-quality products, operational excellence, and unmatched value to its marquee customer base. Tandem Foods combines decades of expertise and strong value heritage with expanded capabilities across eight manufacturing facilities nationwide. We specialize in the manufacturing of a wide range of products, including baked, extruded, and cold-slab bars, chocolate moulding, cookies, wafers, fruit bars and more. Guided by its tagline, “Powered by Collaboration,” Tandem Foods prioritizes partnerships with customers, employees, and communities to drive success in the rapidly evolving better-for-you snack market. For more information, visit www.tandemfoods.com.