$1.1 million investment to create 84 new jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Dixie Poly-Drum Corporation, a leading manufacturer of plastic safety and workplace efficiency products, is rebuilding its facility in Hampton County after a fire forced the company to close its doors six months ago. The company plans to reinvest $1.1 million in rebuilding the facility, creating 84 jobs.
Established in Hampton County in 1984, the Dixie Poly-Drum Corporation is a leading developer and manufacturer of plastic safety and workplace efficiency products, including safety barricades and the patented Supershipper Drum, some of which are manufactured with 100 percent recycled plastic post-consumer resin (PCR).
Dixie Poly-Drum will begin hiring associates immediately. Positions to be filled in the renovated 36,000-square-foot facility, located at 28 Dixie Poly Drive, include operators and production supervisors. Interested applicants may call 843-589-6660, or they may visit the facility to pick up an application and set up an interview.
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“Dixie Poly-Drum will rise from the ashes and rebuild due in no small part to the generosity and support of the state of South Carolina, and Hampton County. Because of that support, our tragedy will not keep us down, and we will rebuild and expand and become better than we were before.” -Beth Zilbert, president of Dixie Poly-Drum board of directors
“The rebuilding of Dixie Poly-Drum is a testament to the strength of Hampton County’s business community. As one of the area’s largest manufacturers, the company’s $1.1 million reinvestment in its Yemassee facility and creation of 84 new jobs will have a significant impact to the citizens of Hampton County and the surrounding Lowcountry region.” –Gov. Nikki Haley
“For more than 30 years Dixie Poly-Drum has been integral part of the Yemassee economy. When a fire forced the company to shut down operations six months ago, the entire community felt the loss. Now six months later, with the help of citizens and local support, Dixie Poly-Drum is back in business. The company’s decision to rebuild and reinvest in one of South Carolina’s rural areas shows how one company can bolster a community and support its economic future.”–Secretary of Commerce Bobby HItt
“Good jobs created through economic development are the key to improving the quality of life for our communities, and we are thrilled that Dixie Poly-Drum has decided to invest once again in Hampton County. We appreciate the job creation and investment in our workforce and we look forward to working with the company for many years to come.” -Hugh Gray, chairman of Hampton County Council
“We are very excited about Dixie Poly-Drum’s decision to rebuild and expand their manufacturing operations here in Hampton County. Their presence is an asset to our industrial community and we appreciate their investment and the prosperity it will bring to our citizens.” -Bill Hager, chairman of Hampton County Economic Development Commission
FIVE FAST FACTS
- Dixie Poly-Drum to rebuild facility in Yemassee, S.C. after a fire destroyed it in November 2013.
- The company will invest $1.1 million and create 84 jobs.
- Dixie Poly-Drum will begin hiring associates immediately.
- Positions to be filled in the renovated 36,000-square-foot facility located at 28 Dixie Poly Drive in Yemassee include operators and production supervisors. Interested applicants may call 843-589-6660, or visit the facility to pick up an application and set up an interview.
- Established in Hampton County in 1984, the Dixie Poly-Drum Corporation is a leading developer and manufacturer of plastic safety and workplace efficiency products.
About Dixie Poly-Drum Corporation
Dixie Poly-Drum Corporation is a family-owned company founded on customer service, and providing the highest quality products to meet community and industry needs. Our company is constantly improving and evolving our products to ensure that we are creating the goods that help business, industry and government agencies work safely, more efficiently and effectively. Our products help keep your workplace protected, your workforce accident-free and the people you serve protected.