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Construction is anticipated to be completed in the 2nd quarter of
2018 with hiring for the 410 new positions expected to begin in the
summer of 2016. Those interested in joining the Haier America team
should visit the company's careers page online. For more information
on Haier Group, visit www.haier.com.
QUOTES
"South Carolina has been a tremendous partner since Haier first
established manufacturing here in 2000. As we rededicate our-
selves to the American consumer and continue our growth in the
U.S., it gives us great pleasure to expand our operations in Camden
and provide opportunities for the highly capable local talent."
–Haier America President and CEO Adrian Micu
"It's a great day in South Carolina as we celebrate Haier's latest
decision to expand in Kershaw County. We couldn't be prouder of
the partnership our state has with Haier, and this $72 million
investment and the 410 jobs it will create is a huge win the company
and for the citizens of South Carolina."
–Governor Nikki Haley
"Foreign direct investment continues to be a critical component of
our economic development success. With more than 100,000
South Carolinian's employed by international companies, it's clear
that the reputation we've earned for our workforce and business-
friendly environment has made its way around the world. Today, we
celebrate Haier's decision to expand its already robust South
Carolina operations and look forward to continuing this extraordinary
partnership for many years to come."
–Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
"Today's announcement is a true celebration of the confidence Haier
has in our people and our community. We are proud they chose to
expand their Kershaw County operation and create over 400 new jobs.
This is further proof that Kershaw County is open for business."
–Kershaw County Council Chair Julian Burns
"A true testament to a region's business climate is when an
industry commits dollars to expand in place. Haier America has
been a valued corporate citizen in Kershaw County for 15 years
now, and we congratulate them on the decision to add over 400
jobs and $72 million in capital investment to their operation here in
the Midlands."
–Central S.C. Alliance Chairman Mike Brenan
FIVE FAST FACTS
• Haier America is expanding its Kershaw County operations.
• $72 million investment creating 410 new jobs over the next
five years.
• Headquartered in Qingdao, China, Haier employs more than
60,000 people worldwide.
• Haier broke ground on the Kershaw County Haier Industrial Park
in April 1999, marking the company's entry into the U.S. market.
Those interested in joining the Haier America team should visit
the company's careers page online.
Haier America, headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey, is a
subsidiary of Haier Group, the world's #1 major appliances brand
by volume as ranked by Euromonitor International 2014 and a
global leader in consumer electronics. Haier employs more than
60,000 people worldwide and distributes products in more than
100 countries and regions. Global revenues for Haier Group
reached $32.6 billion in 2014. For more information, please visit
www.haier.com or connect at www.facebook.com/Haieramerica
and Twitter @haieramerica.
As South Carolina's leading economic development agency,
the Department of Commerce works to recruit new businesses
and help existing business grow. Commerce has recruited
world-class companies to South Carolina such as Boeing,
Bridgestone, Continental, Monster.com, Volvo Cars, ZF Group,
BMW and Google Inc. and also supports startups, small and
existing business, innovation and rural development initiatives.
Commerce partners with the S.C. Technical College System via
readySC to support workforce training and recruiting, and with
the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, which
provides worker training and employment opportunities within
the state. Consistently, South Carolina has ranked as one of the
top states in the nation for attracting jobs through foreign
investment, according to IBM-Plant Location International and
FDI Markets reports. The state won the Gold Shovel Award
and the Project of Year Award from Area Development magazine
in 2012, 2014 and 2015. For more information, please visit
www.SCcommerce.com.
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