COLUMBIA, S.C. — In the past week, the South Carolina Commerce Department has announced manufacturing plans that are bringing new jobs to the state. Here is a roundup of what's coming to South Carolina and how to apply for jobs.
APEX Mattress Manufacturing is investing $1.9 million in a new mattress manufacturing operation in Colleton County. The company that produces mattresses for retail and e-commerce businesses expects to create 50 new jobs when it goes operational in January 2022. Located at 304 Thunderbolt Drive in Walterboro, interested individuals can email jackhung@jonaglobal.com about job opportunities.
Generac Power Systems will add 200,000 square feet to it's facility in Trenton, increasing the existing space by 50% and creating room for warehousing of raw materials and storage of finished goods. The Edgefield County expansion, at 30 Generac Way (formerly Industrial Park Blvd), is expected to create 750 jobs. Generac will manufacture and distribute home standby generators and associated energy technologies at the site. Expansion is scheduled for completion by the third quarter of 2022. Check out Generac's career page to view or apply for jobs.
Shaw Industries Group will be expanding operations in Aiken County. The company is investing approximately $400 million to expand the manufacturing facility to create the fiber used in residential carpets, creating 300 new jobs. Expansion at 136 East Frontage Road in Aiken is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. Visit the company's career webpage about joining the Shaw Industries team.
