Pratt Industries has announced plans to expand its operations in York County, South Carolina, with a new manufacturing facility. The company will invest $92.5 million in the project and expects to create 116 new jobs at the site.
The facility will be located at 2087 Williams Industrial Blvd. in Rock Hill, where Pratt Industries will manufacture packaging products. The company already operates a recycling center in Rock Hill.
Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in the United States and is among the world’s biggest privately held producers of 100% recycled containerboard. The company has more than 35 years of experience in custom packaging solutions.
Anthony Pratt, Global Executive Chairman of Pratt Industries, said, “We are excited to expand our operations in the great state of South Carolina and the mid-Atlantic region. Our new facility supports our continued commitment to invest in recycling, clean energy infrastructure and American manufacturing jobs.”
Governor Henry McMaster commented on the announcement: “Pratt Industries investing $92.5 million to establish a new facility in York County is a big win for South Carolina’s recycling industry. This project will create 116 new jobs and marks an important step forward in strengthening our state’s reputation in sustainability and manufacturing.”
Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III added, “Pratt Industries’ ongoing success underscores all that can be accomplished with a strong commitment to sustainability and circularity. We are proud the company continues growing in South Carolina and congratulate Pratt Industries on its newest manufacturing facility in York County.”
York County Council Chairwoman Christi Cox said, “Pratt Industries’ expansion highlights York County’s ability to support companies that are building a sustainable future. We value their partnership and the quality jobs this project brings to strengthen opportunity across our community.”
Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys also expressed support for the project: “I’m grateful for the partnership established with Pratt Industries as they explored sites and am confident this location in Legacy Park is a great fit to support the needs of their growing business. We look forward to welcoming Pratt Industries’ manufacturing service line to our community, creating over 100 well-paying jobs. We stand ready to support them with a quality workforce and reliable utility services.”
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits for this expansion and awarded York County a $400,000 Set-Aside grant to help cover building improvement costs.
Individuals interested in employment opportunities can visit Pratt Industries’ careers page online.
