Boise Cascade, the parent company of Chester Wood Products in Chester, has announced a $23.5 million expansion expected to create 52 new jobs in Chester County.
Boise Cascade Company (NYSE: BCC) is one of the largest producers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America and a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of building products.
Boise Cascade acquired Chester Wood Products in 2013, establishing the company’s first operations in South Carolina.
Operating today as Chester Plywood, Boise Cascade has decided to expand its Chester County operations in an effort to better serve its growing customer base.
With respect to its investment in the facility, which is located at 1445 Lancaster Highway in Chester, Boise Cascade has already begun installing new equipment and expanding the warehouse.
With a heritage dating back to 1957, and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, Boise Cascade manufactures engineered wood products, plywood, lumber and particleboard. As a national distributor, the company operates more than 30 distribution centers across the U.S.
Hiring for the new positions began in the third quarter of 2015, and will continue through the first quarter of 2016. Those interested in joining the Boise Cascade team should visit the company’s careers page online. For more information on the company, visit www.bc.com.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved a $100,000 Rural Infrastructure Fund grant to Chester County to assist with the costs of real property improvements.
“We have so many great corporate citizens, like Boise Cascade, that are the driving force behind our economic development momentum, because they prove to the world that there is no better place to be doing business each time they decide to expand in our state,” said Gov. Nikki Haley.
“We look forward to seeing the positive impact that this new $23.5 million investment, and the 52 new jobs it will create, will have in Chester County.”
Chester County Supervisor Shane Stuart said, “Today’s announcement from Boise Cascade is more good news for Chester County. With this announcement being about an existing industrial partner, this is a demonstration of the pro-business atmosphere and dedicated leadership in Chester County. Like we always say, it’s a great day to live and work in Chester County.”
Chester County Development Association Chair Brian Singleton agrees.
“The Boise Cascade expansion is a great addition to our existing industrial base in Chester County. They are obviously pleased with the success of their South Carolina operations and we are excited that they continue to choose Chester,” he said.
S.C. Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt said, “South Carolina’s manufacturing industry continues to prosper, and today, we celebrate yet another victory for that sector with the announcement that Boise Cascade is expanding its Chester plant. Congratulations to the company and the people of Chester on this terrific partnership,” Hitt said.
And Boise Cascade Company Southeastern Area Manager Chris Seymour added, “This $23.5 million investment shows the confidence that the company has in our more than 350 employees in South Carolina and represents a sound investment in the future of this facility and of this company. Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen.”
This project was discussed at length on several occasions recently by Chester County Council. It was operating under the code name “Project: 1521.”
Fast facts: Boise Cascade expansion
Boise Cascade Company is expanding operations in Chester County.
$23.5 million investment creating 52 new jobs.
Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, Boise Cascade manufactures engineered wood products, plywood, lumber and particleboard
The facility, which is located at 1445 Lancaster Highway in Chester, will be expanded with the addition of warehouse space, as well as the installation of new equipment.
Those interested in joining the Boise Cascade team should visit the company’s careers page online.
From Staff Reports in The News & Reporter
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