Novolex acquires B&H Bag Company
December 16, 2020
HARTSVILLE, SC – Novolex®, an industry leader in packaging choice, innovation and sustainability, announced it has acquired the business of B&H Bag Company, a leading manufacturer of paper bags and…
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Rhythmlink acquires Chalgren Enterprises, expands product lines
December 15, 2020
Rhythmlink International, LLC announced an exciting new investment, the acquisition of Chalgren Enterprises, a California-based medical device manufacturer that will add to their already extensive portfolio of products for brain…
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Peabody Engineering & Supply, Inc. establishing operations in Pickens County
December 14, 2020
More than $5.6 million investment will create 35 new jobs Peabody Engineering & Supply, Inc. (Peabody Engineering), a leading manufacturer of industrial polyethylene storage tanks, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Allied Air Enterprises Inc. expanding operations in Orangeburg County
December 9, 2020
Allied Air Enterprises Inc., a subsidiary of Lennox International Inc., announced plans to expand operations in Orangeburg County. The more than $35.7 million investment will create 20 new jobs. Founded…
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SC Ports hits record for November volumes
December 8, 2020
As global trade continues to rebound, South Carolina Ports’ container volumes show strength with a record November at the Port of Charleston. SC Ports handled 207,066 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) at Wando…
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals gift to Lexington One Educational Foundation supports pharmacology students
December 8, 2020
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and CEO Lou Kennedy continue to provide generous financial support to Lexington School District One students via donations to the Lexington One Educational Foundation. Kennedy recently gave…
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Samsung continues partnership with Newberry County School District
December 7, 2020
Since Samsung made Newberry home to its Samsung Electronics Home Appliances (SEHA) facility, its commitment to community outreach and American manufacturing has been clear. Not only has Samsung brought over…
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Techtronic Industries expanding operations in Anderson County
December 1, 2020
$100 million investment will create 525 new jobs Techtronic Industries (TTI), a global leader in the design, manufacturing and marketing of quality consumer, professional and industrial products, today announced plans…
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UofSC, Siemens expand partnership to include product demonstrations, new research projects, workforce development
December 1, 2020
Siemens Digital Industries Software and the University of South Carolina are expanding their partnership by adding new software, collaborating on research for innovative manufacturing solutions, and by adding Siemens’ product…
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Santa Cruz Nutritionals selects Sumter County for expansion
November 12, 2020
Company’s $84 million investment will create 164 new jobs Santa Cruz Nutritionals (SCN), a subsidiary of Santa Cruz Healthcare, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The $84 million…
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Mark Anthony Brewing building $400 million state-of-the-art facility in Richland County to keep up with explosive demand for White Claw Hard Seltzer
November 10, 2020
New facility will create 300 new jobs and increase production of White Claw and Mike’s Hard Lemonade for southern United States COLUMBIA, S.C. – Mark Anthony Brewing today announced plans to build a…
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Continental announces tire safety recall of approximately 12,000 passenger and light truck tires in U.S.
November 5, 2020
Voluntary safety recall program involves Continental and General brand tires in different sizes Sudden air loss may occur. No reports of accidents Tires will be replaced at no charge FORT…
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South Carolina companies honored for manufacturing excellence
November 2, 2020
The Manufacturing Excellence Awards ceremony that anchors the final day of the 2020 S.C. Manufacturing Conference and Expo was held recently. The virtual ceremony included Innovator of the Year Awards…
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Brewer Renewables establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC
October 29, 2020
Brewer Renewables, a subsidiary of Seahorse Capital, announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The company is investing $85 million into the new operations. Founded in 2019, Brewer Renewables…
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Nova Molecular Technologies, Inc. expanding operations in Sumter County
October 28, 2020
Nova Molecular Technologies, Inc., a chemical manufacturing company, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The more than $14.9 million investment will create 25 new jobs. Founded in…
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Dockside Logistics establishing operations in Dorchester County
October 27, 2020
$8.5 Million Investment Will Create 26 New Jobs Dockside Logistics, a leading warehousing and distribution company, announced plans to establish operations in Dorchester County. The $8.5 million investment will create…
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Continental Tire the Americas, LLC expanding headquarters in Lancaster County
October 27, 2020
Company Investing More Than $20 Million into the Expansion Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental), a manufacturer and distributer of premium tires, today announced plans to expand the company’s Lancaster…
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Over $330,000 raised in Michelin’s Virtual Charity Golf Tournament
October 22, 2020
Michelin hosts virtual fundraiser to benefit 10 charity partners Over $9 million raised through Michelin’s annual charity golf tournament over the past 31 years Michelin North America, Inc., has raised…
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SC Works to Host Open-Air Job Fair October 15 in Fountain Inn
October 13, 2020
SC Works is hosting an open-air Job Fair in Fountain Inn on October 15th from 2PM-5PM at the Fountain Inn Farmers Market (110 Depot St., Fountain Inn), which will include…
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Arrival to build its first U.S. electric vehicle microfactory in York County
October 13, 2020
The $46 Million Investment Will Create 240 New Jobs Arrival, a global electric vehicle (EV) company, today announced plans to establish its first U.S. Microfactory in York County. The $46…
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Lakota Medical donates 200,000 masks to South Carolina
October 9, 2020Gov. Henry McMaster was joined today by representatives from Inman-based Lakota Medical to announce the company’s $500,000 donation of 200,000 masks to the state of South Carolina. The donated masks…
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Oldcastle APG establishing operations in Fairfield County
October 8, 2020
More Than $25 Million Investment Will Create Approximately 100 Jobs Oldcastle APG, a leading global manufacturer of outdoor living and building materials, today announced plans to establish operations in Fairfield…
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Samsung welcomes Annmarie Higgins as Human Resources Executive
September 29, 2020
Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) is excited to announce a new human resources executive to the Newberry team. With a sharp focus on facilitating change and improving work environments,…
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InnoVision Awards announces 2020 award finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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IT-oLogy among 2020 InnoVision Awards finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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Tactical Medical Solutions LLC expanding operations in Anderson County
September 24, 2020
More Than $1.7 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs Tactical Medical Solutions LLC, a global leading developer and manufacturer of pre-hospital medical products and patient simulators, today announced plans…
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Maxwood Furniture expanding operations in Marion County
September 22, 2020
More Than $5.8 Million Investment Will Create 30 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to expand operations in Marion County. The more…
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Driverge Vehicle Innovations, LLC expanding operations in Charleston County
September 17, 2020
$350,000 Investment Will Create 13 New Jobs Driverge Vehicle Innovations, LLC (Driverge), an industry leader in commercial wheelchair transportation and accessible taxis, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston…
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DMA Holdings, Inc. expanding operations in Marion County
September 16, 2020DMA Holdings, Inc. (DMA), an established supplier to the North American automotive and heavy-duty parts aftermarket, today announced plans to expand operations in Marion County with the opening of a…
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ClickFold Plastics establishing operations in Lancaster County
September 16, 2020
$1.5 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs ClickFold Plastics, a custom plastics manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Lancaster County. The $1.5 million investment will create 21…
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Leisure Pools Group purchases Groupe Beneteau manufacturing facility In Marion, South Carolina
September 14, 2020
Leisure Pools Group, one of the world’s largest composite fiberglass swimming pool manufacturers, announces it has entered into an agreement to purchase the Groupe Beneteau manufacturing facility in Marion, South Carolina.…
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Leisure Pools and Spas North America, Inc. establishing operations in Marion County
September 14, 2020
$6.1 Million Investment Will Create 200 New Jobs Leisure Pools and Spas North America, Inc., a leading fiberglass in-ground pool manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Marion County.…
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CEO of ZWO launches new company, skillsgapp, to address skills-based talent shortages
September 13, 2020
Tina Zwolinski, CEO and founder of ZWO, a South Carolina-based branding and marketing firm, and Cynthia Jenkins, partner and CCO of ZWO, have launched skillsgapp, a company designed to address…
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Novolex Senior Director earns first ‘Women in Supply Chain Award’
September 10, 2020
Novolex®, a leader in packaging choice, sustainability and innovation, announced today that Senior Director Amy Barnes has earned a prestigious industry honor, the inaugural Women in Supply Chain Award. Amy Barnes, Senior…
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International Paper reaffirms 10-year plan to ensure safe and reliable operations at Eastover, S.C. mill
September 1, 2020
International Paper Company, a global producer of renewable fiber-based packaging, pulp and paper products, plans to invest $175 million over the next 10 years to support cost efficiency, environmental and…
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S.C. Manufacturers Alliance looks to the future at annual meeting
August 27, 2020
Despite challenges brought on by COVID-19, the state of South Carolina’s manufacturing economy remains strong. That was the overriding message from the first-ever virtual annual conference of the South Carolina…
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Loctek establishing operations in Clarendon County
August 19, 2020
$5 Million Investment Will Create 10 New Jobs Loctek, a manufacturer of ergonomic solution products, today announced plans to establish operations in Clarendon County. The company’s $5 million investment is…
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Phoenix Specialty Mfg. Co. expanding operations in Bamberg County
August 11, 2020
More Than $5.5 Million Investment Will Create 35 New Jobs Phoenix Specialty Mfg. Co. (Phoenix Specialty), a leading supplier of custom specialty parts to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the…
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Silgan Containers expanding operations in Lancaster County
August 11, 2020
More Than $9.7 Million Investment Will Create 16 New Jobs Silgan Containers, a leading manufacturer of metal food packaging, announced plans to expand operations in Lancaster County. The company’s more…
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Sterilite: Technical Support Manager, Clinton, SC
August 7, 2020
General Information Job Title: Technical Support Manager Location: 1939 Charlottes Road, Clinton, SC, 29325 Employee Type: Full Time Industry: Manufacturing Minimum Experience: 5 Years Maximum Experience: 10 Years Required Degree: 2 Year Degree Contact Information Name: Susan Ayres Email: [email protected]…
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Sterilite: Shipper B – Loader (Nights), Clinton, SC
August 7, 2020
General Information Job Title: Shipper B – Loader (Nights) Location: 1939 Charlottes Road, Clinton, SC, 29325 Base Pay: $17.10 – $18.15 / Hour Employee Type: Full Time Description “Shipper B – Loader” Some of the…
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Sterilite: Machine Maint A-CSC, Clinton, SC
August 7, 2020
General Information Job Title: Machine Maint A-CSC Location: 1939 Charlottes Road, Clinton, SC, 29325 Base Pay: $29.90 / Hour Other Compensation: $1.00 hr. perfect attendance bonus Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Injection Molding, Plastics Industry: Manufacturing Minimum…
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Sterilite: Injection Molding Process Technician/Assistant Production Supervisor, Clinton
August 7, 2020
General Information Job Title: Injection Molding Process Technician/Assistant Production Supervisor Location: 1939 Charlottes Road Clinton, SC, 29325 Base Pay: $24.41 – $29.15 / Hour Other Compensation: $1.00/hr. attendance bonus Employee Type: Full Time Industry: Manufacturing Required…
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Sterilite: Entry Level : Assistant Supervisor in-training, Clinton
August 7, 2020
General Information Job Title: Entry Level : Assistant Supervisor in-training Location: 1939 Charlottes Road, Clinton, SC, 29325 Other Compensation: $1.00/hr. attendance bonus Employee Type: Full Time Industry: Manufacturing Required Degree: NONE Manage Others: Yes Contact Information Name: Susan Ayres…
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Sterilite: Entry Level – Remedy Staffing – Clinton, SC, Clinton
August 7, 2020
General Information Job Title: Entry Level – Remedy Staffing – Clinton, SC Location: 1939 Charlottes Road, Clinton, SC, 29325 Job Category: Entry-Level Industry: Manufacturing Contact Information Name: Remedy Email: [email protected] Description Thank you for visiting our website…
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Sterilite: Entry Level – Marathon Staffing – Clinton, SC, Clinton
August 7, 2020
General Information Job Title: Entry Level – Marathon Staffing – Clinton, SC Location: 1939 Charlottes Road, Clinton, SC, 29325 Job Category: Entry-Level Industry: Manufacturing Contact Information Name: Marathon Staffing Email: [email protected] Thank you for visiting our…
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Nephron announces $50,000 donation to Red Cross of South Carolina
August 5, 2020
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, one of the fastest-growing pharmaceuticals companies in the nation, today announced a $50,0000 donation to the American Red Cross of South Carolina in order to offset the…
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108 South Carolina industrial facilities honored for safety accomplishments
August 3, 2020
Today, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) recognized 108 industrial facilities throughout the state for outstanding workplace safety accomplishments during 2019. Facilities with a low rate of incidents resulting in…
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Nestlé Waters North America expands use of 100% recycled plastic (rPET) in three additional brands
July 28, 2020
All Nestlé Waters North America U.S. domestic packaging continues to be 100% recyclable Nestlé Waters North America (NWNA) announced that three more of its U.S. domestic still water brands have…
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Monti, Inc. expanding operations in Greenwood County
July 28, 2020
$3.8 million investment will add second facility in Greenwood Monti, Inc., a leading industrial manufacturer, fabricator, powder coater, and specialized processor of electrical distribution components, announced plans to expand its…
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