Automotive supplier expanding S.C. manufacturing operations in the Upstate
October 14, 2015
Company Investing $50.8 Million In Greenville County Facility
GREENVILLE, SC — Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced today that Magna International, a leading global automotive supplier, is expanding its South Carolina manufacturing operations with a new exteriors facility in the Matrix Park, which is situated in Southern Greenville County at the corner of U.S. Highway 25 and Interstate 85. The $50.8 million investment is expected to create 153 jobs.
Headquartered in Aurora, Ontario, Canada, Magna International operates facilities across the globe, employing approximately 124,000 people worldwide. The company’s product capabilities include producing body, chassis, exterior, seating, powertrain, electronic, vision, closure and roof systems and modules, as well as complete vehicle engineering and contract manufacturing.
Magna’s new Greenville County facility will support new business with BMW to supply various exterior molded and painted assemblies. The company plans to move into its newly-constructed 165,000-square-foot facility in June 2016. Those interested in joining the Magna team should visit the company’s careers page.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to the project. For more information on Magna International visit www.magna.com.
“Greenville County’s automotive economy continues to grow at a solid rate. Magna International’s commitment to its facility at Matrix Park is proof-positive that future growth in this sector will continue for many years to come.” –Greenville County Council Chairman Dr. Bob Taylor
FIVE FAST FACTS
• Magna International is expanding operations in Greenville County.
• $50.8 million investment expected to create 153 new jobs.
• The Greenville County operations will support new business with BMW to supply various exterior molded and painted assemblies.
• The company plans to move into its newly-constructed 165,000-square-foot facility in the Matrix Park in June 2016.
• Those interested in joining the Magna team should visit the company’s careers page.
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