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18 | I NSIGH T • S e p t e m b e r 2 0 19 w w w . i n s i g h t o n b u s i n e s s . c o m second-largest privately held foodservice distributor in the United States. "PFG has a solid track record of growth and leadership in our industry. We believe our strengths and the strong cultural connection our companies share will support continued success for many years to come," said J. Christopher Reyes, Reyes Holdings co-chairman. Shawano's Reinhart facilities serve the eastern half of Wisconsin north of Milwaukee. • THE NORTHWOODS Florence, Marinette, Menominee, Oconto Counties Johnson Controls to pay $140M for Marinette contamination cleanup Johnson Controls, owner of Tyco Fire Products in Marinette, has agreed to set aside $140 million to pay for cleanup of dangerous chemicals released through decades of testing firefighting foam. In 2017, the company began than 20 percent of manufacturing activity. Paper is the state's fih-largest industry segment. One area of concern is finding and retaining skilled workers. With the median worker's age at 47.8 years, many in the paper industry are bracing for a "silver tsunami" of retirements within the next five to 10 years. Leaders say they are working to promote job opportunities in the industry, especially for younger workers with math, communication and problem-solving skills. Leaders also are looking to hire workers in the skilled trades, such as electricians and pipefitters. • WEST CENTRAL Shawano, Waupaca, Waushara, Marquette, Green Lake Counties Reinhart Foodservice expands in Shawano, will add 50 jobs Reinhart Foodservice recently broke ground on its new 260,000-square-foot distribution center in Shawano. An estimated 50 new jobs will be created during the next few years stemming from the $35 million project, which marks the sixth time that Reinhart has expanded in Shawano. e new jobs are expected in several areas, including sales, purchasing, administration and the warehouse. e new facility, which is about a half mile from the current location, is expected to open next spring. Company officials say it will be environmentally friendly and much larger than the current space. Reinhart serves independent restaurants, sporting venues, schools, nursing homes, hospitals and more. It employs 900 people at its three Wisconsin locations. In July, Richmond, Va.-based Performance Food Group Co. announced plans to acquire Reinhart from Reyes Holdings, L.L.C. in a transaction valued at $2 billion. With annual net sales of over $6 billion, Reinhart is the • PLACES continued