ROCK HILL – An Idaho-based fragrance distributor announced on February 18 that it plans to open a facility in York County as part of a $ 6 million investment that will create 200 jobs in its first year.
Founded in 2004, Scentsy distributes products such as candle warmers without wicks, aroma diffusers, all-natural oils and other products related to fragrances.
New Scentsy location at 2104 Williams Industrial Blvd. at Rock Hill, it will increase the company’s storage and distribution capacity to meet growing demand.
“We already feel very welcome by the community as we prepare for the opening of this facility, and we look forward to being operational this summer,” said Scentsy President Dan Orchard.
Governor Henry McMaster welcomed the company’s decision to settle in South Carolina.
“Today’s announcement is another indication that we are doing the right things to attract investments that create jobs for the state of Palmetto,” said the governor.
Commerce Secretary Bobby Hitt pointed to South Carolina’s transportation network, which allows companies to “move products efficiently” as one of the main reasons for the company’s decision to open a store south of Charlotte.
York County Council President Christi Cox and Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys also welcomed the new business, looking at the growing southeastern market and other job opportunities.
For information about the job, go to scentsy.com.
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