Versatile Packagers

Our?first Versatile Hot Diggity Dog Thanksgiving Feast is now in the books! The team enjoyed fellowship over a tasty hot dog lunch and some team members even had fun dressing for the occasion. During this season of gratitude, we’re so thankful for our amazing team who know how to work hard and have fun while doing it!?

Jennifer Ashley Waters and Jason Lasicki are here at the PLMA - Private Label Manufacturers Association Show! ??Why have we been so focused on private labels? The private label/store brand boom is creating a big new market for many longtime CPGs. But it can also create a big new capacity problem. That’s where the co-packing solution comes into play. The right co-packer can help the long-time CPG customers who may be adding new or additional private label or store brand lines. An experienced co-packer also can help private label and store brand specialty providers who may be focusing for the first time on meeting a specific retailer’s production requirements. If that resonates with you and your brand, find Jenny ([email protected]) and Jason ([email protected]), or reach out to us at [email protected]! #PLMA #storebrandsphenomenon #privatelabel #copacking #plma2024

Private labels are big and getting bigger, as this timely report from McKinsey points out. https://lnkd.in/ezgaZiuD But when a retailer rolls out a private label offering, there’s always a risk/reward factor at play. That’s because even one bobble for any given SKU’s packaging can taint every other item sold under that private label brand banner. That’s one reason it is so important to ensure that your co-packing partner is?experienced in delivering high quality services for global brands.?We are, and that one reason why we are so excited to be at the PLMA - Private Label Manufacturers Association show right now. If you are here too, we would love to hear from you. #PLMA #privatelabels #copacking #contractpackaging #manufacturing #supplychainmanagement #packagingsolutions #foodandbeverageindustry #supplychain #petfoodindustry #foodsafety #SQF #foodandbeverage #foodandbeveragemanufacturing #packagingsolutions #packaging #innovation #strategicpartner #compliance #agility #kitting #fulfillment?? ?

Quality is more than a checkbox—it's a promise to our partners and a commitment to their brands. From the moment our customers’ products enter our facilities to the moment they leave, our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure that every product is met with the highest standard of excellence. We follow stringent SQF Institute protocols, utilize state-of-the-art equipment, and continuously invest in our people and processes. But of course, the proof is in the pudding, and that’s why we’re so proud that all of our facilities have earned an “excellent” rating from our SQF auditors. Happy #WorldQualityDay and cheers to our team for their unwavering dedication! #copacking #contractpackaging #manufacturing #supplychainmanagement #packagingsolutions #foodandbeverageindustry #supplychain #petfoodindustry #foodsafety #SQF #foodandbeverage #foodandbeveragemanufacturing #packagingsolutions #packaging #innovation #strategicpartner #compliance #agility #kitting #fulfillment?

This Veterans Day, our teams at South Atlantic, ProStar and Versatile want to humbly extend our gratitude to all of the men and women who serve or have served our country. We are grateful for your?sacrifice and bravery.

There’s a familiar face on the cover of Contract Manufacturing and Packaging Magazine’s newest issue – Robert Vande Weghe, Executive Director of Versatile Packagers! Thank you Packaging World for the honor. Check out the full article below for insights on maintaining a long-term co-packing partnership. https://lnkd.in/edfjWhWn #copacking #contractpackaging #manufacturing #supplychainmanagement #packagingsolutions #foodandbeverageindustry #supplychain #petfoodindustry #foodsafety #SQF #foodandbeverage #foodandbeveragemanufacturing #packagingsolutions #packaging #innovation #strategicpartner #compliance #agility #kitting #fulfillment?

Julian Bossong, Jeremy Manning (pictured) and Pat Grantham had a blast at PACK EXPO in Chicago. Next up, Jennifer Ashley Waters and Jason Lasicki are headed to the Windy City for PLMA - Private Label Manufacturers Association show on the 17th. We’re excited to talk with you about how co-packing can help you capitalize on the store brands phenomenon! #copacking #contractpackaging #manufacturing #supplychainmanagement #packagingsolutions #foodandbeverageindustry #supplychain #petfoodindustry #foodsafety #SQF #foodandbeverage #foodandbeveragemanufacturing #packagingsolutions #packaging #innovation #strategicpartner #compliance #agility #kitting #fulfillment?

We definitely see supply chain hiccups continue with CPG companies, but we're fortunate in that most of our customers are thinking ahead and asking about our agility and other ways our co-packing services can help them adjust to market dynamics.? ? A growing number of our customers are using us in multiple locations, which not only reduces costs, but is a strategic form of risk mitigation.?How are you reducing supply chain risk?? ? https://lnkd.in/e23tiCPd #supplychain #supplychainrisk #copacking #contractpackaging #manufacturing #supplychainmanagement #packagingsolutions #foodandbeverageindustry #petfoodindustry #foodsafety #SQF #foodandbeverage #foodandbeveragemanufacturing #packagingsolutions #packaging #innovation #strategicpartner #compliance #agility #kitting #fulfillment?

Julian Bossong, Pat Grantham and Jeremy Manning are headed to Chicago on Sunday for PACK EXPO! Leave a comment if you’ll be there too. #packexpo #copacking #contractpackaging

Happy Halloween from our festive team members at South Atlantic, Versatile and ProStar who definitely dressed for the scary occasion. This collection of fun photos shows some of our costumed colleagues in Pennsylvania, Florida, North Carolina and Texas. Wherever you are, we hope you have a fun and safe evening!?