rock-tenn company is one of north americas leading manufacturers of packaging products, merchandising displays and recycled paperboard. since its founding in 1936, rock-tenn has focused on developing packaging and paperboard products that bring high value to its customers, employees and shareholders. the company operates manufacturing facilities throughout the united states, canada, mexico and chile, and employs approximately 8,600 people. headquartered in norcross, georgia, rock-tenn is listed on the new york stock exchange. the companys class a common stock trades under the symbol rkt.