Approximately 400 Jobs to Remain in Place Through Long-Term Investment and Strategic Growth Plan
JBS USA announced plans to transform its Souderton, Pennsylvania, facility into a dedicated value-added operation, preserving approximately 400 jobs and supporting the company’s continued growth.
As previously announced, beef harvesting and processing operations at the facility concluded on Aug. 14, 2026. Following the transition, JBS will invest more than $30 million over the next decade to modernize and enhance the Souderton facility’s value-added and case-ready capabilities.
The company expects the conversion to further strengthen its ability to deliver high-quality, value-added protein products to customers throughout the Northeast while maintaining a significant employment presence in Montgomery County.
The decision follows extensive collaboration among JBS USA, Governor Josh Shapiro and his administration, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, BusinessPA, UFCW leadership, Montgomery County officials, and local community stakeholders.
“This outcome allows us to preserve 400 good-paying jobs, strengthen our case-ready business, and continue serving customers in a key consumer market,” said Wesley Batista Filho, CEO of JBS USA.
“We would like to thank Governor Shapiro, the BusinessPA team, Secretary Redding and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, UFCW leadership, Montgomery County officials, and local community leaders for their partnership and commitment throughout this process,” Batista Filho said.
The Souderton transition reflects JBS USA’s focus on aligning its operations with evolving customer needs while creating a sustainable path forward for the facility and its workforce.