Isringhausen GmbH launching Charleston County manufacturing operations

S.C. Department of Commerce
September 5, 2017

 

Isringhausen GmbH launching Charleston County manufacturing operations
Company creating more than 130 jobs in Ladson development

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Isringhausen, a global leader in the development of seating systems for commercial vehicles, is launching new operations in Charleston County. Located in Ladson, the facility is projected to bring more than 130 new jobs to the area in the coming years.

With 50 plants in 20 countries, Isringhausen is the market leader in the development and production of innovative seating systems and technical springs. Custom-developed for a wide variety of demands, Isringhausen’s products include driver and passenger seats for trucks, vans, buses and off-road vehicles.

Located in the Palmetto Commerce Park Industrial Complex, the company will be leasing a new facility that will manufacture seats and seat assemblies for the Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter model. Hiring for the new positions is projected to begin in early 2018, and career information will soon be made available on the readySC™ website.


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“We are very excited to expand our operations into the Charleston area. With the combination of skilled workers and the readySC™ partnership, we are confident that both the company and state will benefit from this new venture. Isringhausen is proud to be part of the rich economic growth made possible by the many great companies who now call South Carolina home.” –Isringhausen Director of HR, North America Tony Gentry

“The automotive industry continues to be a tremendous job creator for our state’s economy, and Isringhausen’s announcement is another sign of that. South Carolina continues to show the world that it is the best place to do business.” –Gov. Henry McMaster

“Congratulations to Isringhausen GmbH for selecting Charleston County for its newest facility. With today’s announcement, they join a roster of globally-respected automotive firms that have chosen to do business in South Carolina, and we look forward to assisting them in any way we can.” –Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt

“Isringhausen’s decision to expand their global footprint in Palmetto Commerce Park is a testament to the booming manufacturing industry we’ve worked hard to advance in Charleston County. We welcome Isringhausen and look forward to supporting the company in its endeavors for years to come.” –Charleston County Council Chairman Victor Rawl

“Isringhausen joins the City of North Charleston’s growing and thriving automotive sector, and with the creation of 130 jobs, this industry leader will take a notable position in our local business community.” –City of North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey

“The CRDA team has been talking with Isringhausen GmbH for over two years about the competitive advantages the Charleston region offers. Our highly-skilled workforce, business-friendly climate and globally-connected infrastructure influenced the company’s decision to locate here to better serve its customer, Mercedes-Benz Vans. Isringhausen GmbH will be a tremendous asset to our growing automotive cluster.” –Charleston Regional Development Alliance Chairman Will Helmly


FIVE FAST FACTS

  • Isringhausen GmbH is launching new operations in Charleston County.
  • Projected to create more than 130 jobs.
  • Isringhausen is a global market leader in the development and production of seating systems for commercial vehicles.
  • Located in the Palmetto Commerce Park Industrial Complex, the company will be leasing a new facility that will manufacture seats and seat assemblies for the Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter model.
  • Hiring for the new positions should begin in early 2018, and career information will soon be made available at readysc.org.

About S.C. Department of Commerce

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 BMW, Boeing, Continental, Giti Tire, LPL Financial Holdings, Mercedes-Benz Vans, Toray and Volvo Cars 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. In three of five years, IBM-Plant Location International reports ranked South Carolina first in the nation for attracting jobs through foreign investment, per capita. 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, visit www.SCcommerce.com.

 MEDIA CONTACT:

Adrienne R. Fairwell, APR
Director of Marketing & Communications
South Carolina Department of Commerce
(803) 737-1998
[email protected]|
www.SCcommerce.com

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