For Manufacturers
You Own the Plant.
We Help You Run It Better.
Operational efficiency, private label revenue, contract manufacturing clients, new certifications, new resource networks. CPGMFG.org works with existing manufacturers — not just brands building from scratch.
You Have Unused Capacity
Running at 60-70%? The fixed costs don't change. Additional contract manufacturing or private label volume is nearly all incremental margin.
You Want New Revenue Streams
Private label, co-manufacturing contracts, or ingredient sales — there are multiple ways to monetize your facility's assets beyond your own brands.
You Want to Join the Network
The Contract Packaging Association is the national trade organization for contract packaging and manufacturing. Membership connects you to the industry.
Opportunities
Four Ways We Help Manufacturers
Operational Efficiency
You're running a facility but not necessarily running it as efficiently as you could. OEE analysis, line throughput optimization, changeover reduction, and waste elimination — all of it translates directly to margin.
Private Labeling
Your facility likely has unused capacity. Private label is how you fill it — producing under retailer or brand owner labels using your existing equipment and infrastructure.
Contract Manufacturing
Become a contract manufacturer — producing for brands that don't own their own facility. Through the CPA network, we connect established manufacturers with brands actively looking for co-packing partners.
Certification & Compliance
New customers and retail channels often require certifications you don't currently hold. We help manufacturers identify the right certification pathway and execute it efficiently.
The Association
Join the Contract Packaging Association
The Contract Packaging Association (CPA) is the national non-profit trade organization for contract packaging and manufacturing firms across North America. Founded in 1992, CPA provides member services, RFQ matching, industry publication access, and professional network connections.
CPA membership is the most direct path to connecting with brands actively looking for co-packing partners. CPGMFG.org clients who are existing manufacturers can access CPA membership and the PMMI Pack Expo network through our alliance relationship.
Learn About CPA Membership →What CPA Membership Includes
The Network
Access to the Alliance Resource Network
CPGMFG.org clients get access to the full Contract Manufacturing Alliance resource network — built over 100 years of CPG industry relationships.
Ingredient Sourcing
Access to bulk ingredient suppliers, commodity markets, and specialty ingredient networks through our 100-year supply chain relationships.
Packaging Sourcing
Primary and secondary packaging, labels, and custom packaging development — sourced through our packaging partner network.
QA Resources
Third-party lab testing, shelf-life studies, nutritional analysis, and allergen testing through our QA partner network.
Equipment Access
Access to the PMMI equipment network for upgrades, replacements, and new line additions — at prices not available through retail channels.
Staffing Support
Production management, QA management, and floor supervisor recruiting support through our CPG industry network.
Regulatory Guidance
FDA, USDA, and state regulatory agency navigation — by people who have been through the process across dozens of facilities and categories.
Tell Us About Your Facility
Category, current capacity utilization, current certifications, and what you're looking to add or improve. We'll connect you to the right resources.
Contact Our Team