Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc., founded in 1984, is a leading manufacturer of cheese and whey protein products. Headquartered in Hilmar, California, the company operates state-of-the-art facilities in both California and Texas, with a third plant scheduled to open in Dodge City, Kansas in 2024. Hilmar provides high-quality cheese for regional, national, and private label brands, along with whey protein and lactose ingredients for the food and nutrition industries. The company is recognized for its sustainability efforts, innovation in dairy processing, and commitment to improving the lives of customers, employees, and local communities.