HGTC to host third annual Build Something Amazing Event
October 28, 2026
More than 500 Horry County high school seniors expected for hands-on career exploration and workforce connections Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), in partnership with Partnership Grand Strand, Horry County Schools and…
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Marketing Coordinator
October 22, 2026
Zilmet USA is the world’s largest manufacturer of steel expansion tanks and well tanks headquartered in Italy. We have opened our first U.S. 150,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Andrews,…
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Product Support Specialist
October 22, 2026
Zilmet USA is the world’s largest manufacturer of steel expansion tanks and well tanks headquartered in Italy. We have opened our first U.S. 150,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Andrews,…
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HGTC Welding students explore manufacturing careers through local industry tours
October 19, 2026
Approximately 40 Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Welding students gained firsthand insight into local manufacturing careers during industry tours at Envirosep and SixAxis in Georgetown County on Friday, Oct. 16, as…
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HGTC Welding students to explore local manufacturing careers during Manufacturing Month
October 9, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) and Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments (WRCOG), will give approximately 60 HGTC Welding students…
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Mi Tide Boats hosting job fair in Andrews
September 22, 2026
Mi Tide Boats of Georgetown is hosting a job fair on Friday, October 2 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm at the Andrews Library (105 N. Morgan Avenue). They are looking…
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AGRU America CEO Robert L. Johnson to retire; Chris Eichelberger named successor
August 24, 2026
AGRU America, Inc. announced today that President and CEO Robert L. Johnson will retire on October 31, 2026, after 30 years at the company. Chief Sales Officer Chris Eichelberger will…
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ErectaStep adds ProStep ultra-compact aluminum rolling ladders to its industrial access portfolio
July 28, 2026ANDREWS, SC – ErectaStep, a manufacturer of industrial access and safety solutions with operations in Andrews, has introduced its new ProStep line of ultra-compact aluminum rolling ladders designed for warehouses…
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Warehouse Associate
May 5, 2026
Description Agru America, Inc., is a global corporation which has been manufacturing plastics for over 70 years. Since 1988, Georgetown, South Carolina-based Agru America, Inc. has been the world’s leading…
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AGRU America announces promotions across its Executive team and Lining Systems division
May 5, 2026
AGRU America, Inc. (“AGRU”) recently announced key leadership changes, with Chris Eichelberger assuming the role of Chief Sales Officer / Executive Vice President, joining AGRU’s executive leadership team, and Michael…
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Preparing our future workforce: What I learned at HGTC
April 15, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher I’ve had the privilege to participate in Leadership Georgetown this year and as part of that experience, I get to tour various businesses and organizations across…
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Manufacturing Madness down to last four
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the four products advancing to the final round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness contest, where voters determine the Coolest Thing Made in…
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SCMC recognizes 92 South Carolina facilities for outstanding safety achievements
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) honored 92 industrial facilities across the state for their exceptional workplace safety performance in 2025. “When SCMC celebrates our annual safety awards, it’s with…
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Manufacturing Madness narrows field to eight finalists
March 12, 2026
Voting for the Top 8 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the eight products advancing in the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness, a contest…
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Sixteen finalists battle for title of Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina
March 3, 2026
Voting for Top 16 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the finalists for the Top 16 round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness,…
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Over 120 products to compete in Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in SC
February 24, 2026
Popular Round Voting Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced popular round voting is now open for the more than 120 South Carolina-made products nominated for the 5th…
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South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) and SC Future Makers released a study highlighting manufacturing’s $300 billion impact
February 12, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers & Commerce (SCMC) and SC Future Makers today released an economic impact study detailing the scale, strength, and long-term importance of manufacturing to South Carolina’s economy. Prepared by…
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Georgetown County partners to host third annual job fair in February
January 12, 2026
Georgetown County announced today that Georgetown County Economic Development, the Georgetown Alliance for Economic Development and SC Works will host their third annual Georgetown County Job Fair on Thursday, February…
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SixAxis
January 9, 2026
SixAxis, LLC was founded by Fred Harmon and Rob Honeycutt in 2002 to deliver high-quality loading rack and fall protection solutions to companies around the world. Under their leadership, SixAxis’…
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