Jacob Gerken

Spangler Candy

Spangler Candy is a fourth generation family-owned private company that has been making candy since 1906. Our iconic brands include Dum Dums, Saf-T-Pops, Spangler Circus Peanuts, Spangler Candy Canes, Necco Wafers, Sweethearts, Canada Mints, and Bit-O-Honey. Spangler is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility with the latest food production and packaging automation equipment. The company is committed to manufacturing the best quality wholesome product as defined in the guidelines for food safety and food manufacturing regulations established by the United States Food and Drug Administration. We maintain a clean environment, 80% conditioned facility, and excellent working conditions. Spangler places high value on being a positive force in the communities where we do business. The safety and quality of the food we manufacture are of primary importance to our business. Spangler currently employs over 500 individuals. with more than 5,700 years of candy-making experience. Our employees enjoy competitive wages with benefits including an Incentive opportunity program, shift premiums, health, dental, vision, company-paid basic life and AD&D, paid vacations, holidays and retirement programs. Our tuition reimbursement program covers 100% of tuition and one-half book costs. In addition, Spangler offers wellness incentive programs, health management resources, and company provided YMCA membership. Spangler encourages our employees to maintain a strong family-life-work balance. Our Activate Health and Wellness Clinic, located beside our manufacturing plant, provides primary health and wellness care services at no cost to employees and family members.