McKee Foods

McKee Foods Corporation is a family-owned American manufacturer of snack foods and granola, based in Collegedale, Tennessee. Founded in 1934 by O.D. and Ruth McKee, the company has grown significantly since its beginnings with Jack's Cookie Company. McKee Foods is recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation in the food processing industry. The company offers a diverse range of products under well-known brands, including Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, Fieldstone Bakery, and Sunbelt Bakery. Little Debbie is famous for its snack cakes, while Sunbelt Bakery specializes in granola and cereal products. McKee Foods distributes its products through various retail channels, making them widely available in grocery stores and supermarkets across the United States. Led by the McKee family, the company employs around 6,800 people and operates multiple manufacturing plants in Tennessee, Arkansas, and Virginia. McKee Foods continues to focus on delivering quality snacks while maintaining its family-driven values.

Food Production Collegedale, United States Founded 1934 ~1,294 employees

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Employees
1,294
-0.1% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$646K
Revenue ~$836M
12-month attrition
3.3%
Tech: 5.2%
H1B filings, FY2026
1
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
45
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Headcount trend

McKee Foods went from 1,263 employees in Jul 2023 to 1,294 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 24 people joined, 17 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other704
Sales245
Operations127
Engineering90
HR43
Marketing29
Success22
Finance18

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering4

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 1 filings.

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How many employees does McKee Foods have?

McKee Foods has about 1,294 employees, down 0.1% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does McKee Foods sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. McKee Foods filed 1 H1B (LCA) application in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. It was for a Engineering role.

What is McKee Foods's revenue per employee?

McKee Foods makes about $646K in revenue per employee, based on $836M annual revenue and 1,294 employees.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.