New facility, company’s first in Southeast
COLUMBIA, S.C. – February 28, 2012 – Dutchland Plastics Southeast LLC today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the Continental Southern Industries (CSI) of Greenville assets. This will be Dutchland’s first location in the Southeastern United States.
Dutchland expects to generate up to 25 new jobs over the next 12 months as the acquired operations are fully assimilated.
“We are extremely pleased to establish our new Southeastern operations here in Greenville County, and we expect that doing so will allow us to significantly grow in sales, profitability and service delivery to our customers,” said Mike DeHaai, Dutchland’s vice president of Operations. “The Upstate is a hub for top manufacturing talent and will provide an excellent home for our growing business. We appreciate all of the support we have received from local and state officials.”
“CSI earned its reputation for providing large, custom blow-molding capabilities,” said Carl Claerbout, Dutchland CEO and co-owner. “At Dutchland, we have molded our reputation on customer service. That, combined with CSI’s capabilities, specialized equipment and Southeastern presence will be a powerful benefit to our customers.”
Dutchland’s operations, located at 401 Furman Hall Road in Greenville, will encompass more than 74,000 square feet and include manufacturing, assembly, design, quality support, marketing, sales and administrative functions.
“It’s exciting to see more and more companies learn the benefits of doing business in South Carolina. We welcome Dutchland to the Palmetto State and celebrate the 25 new jobs the company will create in Greenville,” said Gov. Nikki Haley.
Last year, South Carolina has recruited more than $4.7 billion in investment and more than 13,000 new jobs in the manufacturing sector.
“Manufacturing was our top sector last year, and with announcements like this one by Dutchland Plastics, the sector continues to grow and create jobs. South Carolinians know how to make things, and more companies are finding that out,” said Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt.
Nine employees already work at the former CSI location, and the company will hire an additional 20 to 25 over approximately the next 12 months, DeHaai noted. readySC will assist the company by providing specialized training assistance to its expanding workforce. Individuals interested in applying for positions in manufacturing, assembly, design, quality control and administrative support can submit resumes to [email protected] or visit the company website at www.dutchlandplastics.com/employment.
“Dutchland Plastics Southeast is another great example of a family-owned manufacturer choosing to grow in the Upstate,” said Chris Riley, chairman of the Greenville Area Development Corporation. “We are pleased to welcome Dutchland to Greenville County and appreciate their commitment of capital and additional quality manufacturing jobs."
Founded in 1967, privately-held Dutchland Plastics Corp. of Oostburg, WI is parent of Dutchland Plastics Southeast, LLC and is ISO 9001-certified. The company provides rotational and blow-molded plastic products to a range of industries, including the lawn and garden, food and beverage, chemical storage, recreational, military and consumer markets. For more information on Dutchland Plastics, please visit www.DutchlandPlastics.com.
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