Employee-owned distributor Charlie’s Produce has broken ground on a new 66,000-square-foot facility in Spokane, Washington, designed to strengthen warehouse efficiency, support growth and enhance service across its regional distribution network.
The new building will include 56,000 square feet of warehouse space, with the remaining 10,000 square feet to be used for offices. Construction is projected for completion in April 2027.
The Spokane facility, which has been in operation for 30 years, serves customers in Washington, Idaho, Oregon and Montana.
“Building a new warehouse in Spokane is a significant investment in our future in that region. The new, purpose-built, state-of-the-art warehouse gives us a foundation to better serve our customers and sustain long-term growth,” said Oliver Evans, EVP of Charlie’s Produce.
“With a design focus on creating a better space to work, we’re excited that this is also an investment in our employee experience.”
The new facility will include multiple temperature zones, increased vertical storage, improved warehouse flow and 17 docks to support inbound and outbound movement.
In addition, it will expand parking and staging capacity to accommodate as many as 180 employees across shifts.
“This project enables us to better support our customers and employees while preparing for future growth,” said Bo Bos, general manager, Spokane.
“The new facility provides the space and infrastructure needed to serve the Pacific Northwest for decades, and we’re grateful for the strong partnerships that make this growth possible.”
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