Signature Foods USA selects Anderson County for first South Carolina operation

COLUMBIA, S.C. - Signature Foods USA, a specialty food products manufacturer, today announced it selects Anderson County for its first South Carolina operation. The company's $11.5 million investment will create 202 new jobs.

A division of the Netherlands-based company Signature Foods, Signature Foods USA produces premium refrigerated prepared foods for the American market including prepared meats and cheeses, dips, spreads, wraps, and rolls. Signature Foods USA is headquartered in New York City, and the Anderson County plant is the company's first manufacturing operation in the U.S.

Signature Foods USA's new manufacturing facility, located at 211 Pine Road in Easley, will produce high-quality dips and spreads to be sold in the deli section of retail grocery stores.

Operations are already online. Individuals interested in joining the Signature Foods USA team should contact the company's Human Resources Manager Corderiette Calhoun ([email protected]).

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to the project. The council also awarded a $400,000 Set-Aside grant to Anderson County to assist with the costs of building improvements and wastewater pre-system upgrades.

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"After a long selection process, Anderson County in South Carolina was our number one choice for starting the first U.S. operation for our Dutch Group, Signature Foods NL. We believe that this location in Easley will be the foundation for the long-term growth of our business in the U.S. We would like to thank all people, companies and government officials involved in this project for their support." -Signature Foods USA CEO Peter Dornbos

"South Carolina's strong business-friendly reputation makes it the ideal location for Signature Foods USA's new operation. The addition of 202 new jobs will have a great impact on Anderson County, and we look forward to the company's success in our state." -Gov. Henry McMaster

"Congratulations to Signature Foods USA on establishing operations here in the Palmetto State. With an investment of $11.5 million, the company will further South Carolina's economic development in the Upstate." -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

"I'm glad to welcome Signature Foods USA to South Carolina. This manufacturing facility will not only expand South Carolina's agribusiness industry, but will also provide opportunities to add value to foods grown by South Carolina farmers." -Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers

"Signature Foods USA's decision to establish operations in Anderson County reflects the strength of our business climate and the quality of our workforce. We are honored by their investment, and we are especially encouraged by the addition of good-paying jobs that will directly benefit families in Northern Anderson County. This project represents meaningful, long-term opportunity for our community." -Anderson County Councilman Jimmy Davis

"By selecting Upstate SC to prepare its premium food products, Signature Foods USA is validating that our region has the right ingredients for global food and beverage companies to succeed. We look forward to seeing them grow in the Upstate." -Upstate SC Alliance President and CEO John Lummus

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Signature Foods USA selects Anderson County for its first South Carolina operation.
• The company's $11.5 million investment will create 202 new jobs.
• Signature Foods USA is a specialty food products manufacturer.
• The company will be located at 211 Pine Road in Easley, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the Signature Foods USA team should contact the company's Human Resources Manager Corderiette Calhoun ([email protected]).