Primary Employers

A list of some of the advanced manufacturing facilities, corporate headquarters and other primary employers who have relocated to Rockwall – and who contribute to our economic development, too.

Our Businesses

At the REDC, we actively recruit primary employers to Rockwall and assist with the expansion of existing primary employers. These primary employers export products and services to regional, national and international markets, which injects new money into the Rockwall economy. Some of the primary employers in Rockwall include advanced manufacturing, research & development, and corporate headquarters. Here are just a few of the primary employers currently operating – and hiring – within the City of Rockwall.

L-3 Technologies

Aerospace/Defense

For more than a decade, L3 has delivered superior performance to the U.S. government, allies and leading corporations as a top 10 defense contractor in the world.

SPR Packaging

Flexible Packaging

Founded in 2006 by a team of experienced flexible packaging professionals, SPR is now part of the Spanish Armando Alvarez Group, a world leader in the extrusion and conversion of a wide array of plastic products and packaging.

Whitmore Manufacturing Co.

Lubricants

Whitmore manufactures high performance lubricants, friction modifiers, application equipment, lubrication management systems, desiccant breathers and cleaners.

Bimbo Bakeries

Baked Goods

The American corporate arm of the Mexican multinational bakery product manufacturing company, Bimbo Bakeries USA is known for its category leading brands, innovative products, freshness and quality.

Channell Commercial

Telecom Equipment

Channell Commercial Corporation designs, manufactures, and distributes thermoplastic boxes for telephone companies and cable television network operators in the United States and internationally.

Pratt Industries

Corrugated Boxes

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company.

Pegasus Foods

Frozen Foods

Pegasus Foods is a frozen food manufacturing company founded in 1998. The company has grown to become a fully compliant USDA bakery that produces and distributes various frozen food products.

SPM (Special Products & Mfg.)

Metal Fabrication

Established in 1963, Special Products & Mfg. Inc" is a contract manufacturing company specializing in electro-mechanical assembly, precision metal fabrication, machinging, welding, and power coating.

Lollicup USA

Food Service Packaging

A top supplier and manufacturer of premium beverage, foodservice products, disposables and supplies utilized in many national restaurant chains.

Epes Transport

Transportation

Epes Transport is dedicated to providing quality transportation services. Their mission is to continuously improve the quality of service to meet and exceed the needs of their customers.

Col-Met Engineered Finishing Solutions

Finishing Booths

A market leader in paint booths, powder booths, ovens, washers, AMU’s, and other finishing system components for use in the industrial, automotive, truck and large equipment, and woodworking markets.

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Testimonials

"Doing business in Rockwall and North Central Texas is great for several reasons. First and foremost is the talent pool in which we get to draw. Secondly, the community, schools, and businesses work closely together for the benefit of each other and finally, the quality of life for all of us that work at SPM. Rockwall is an excellent location because of Interstate 30 providing regional access and close proximity to our suppliers and customers."

-- Rob Grand-Lienard, CEO, Special Products & Manufacturing, Inc.