Le Creuset Expanding Hampton County Operations
November 07, 2024
Le Creuset Expanding Hampton County Operations
$30 million investment will create 30 new jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Le Creuset, a global cookware, bakeware and kitchen tools brand, today announced it is expanding its operations in Hampton County. The company’s $30 million investment will create 30 new jobs.
Founded in France in 1925, Le Creuset manufactures and distributes premium, enameled cast-iron cookware, as well as stainless steel, stoneware and other kitchenware for customers around the globe. The company first established a presence in South Carolina in 1974 and opened its primary U.S. distribution operations in Hampton County in 1997.
Le Creuset will expand its Hampton County operations by constructing a new 300,000-square-foot distribution facility located at 601 Bob Gifford Blvd. in Early Branch.
Operations are expected to be online in March 2026. Individuals interested in joining the Le Creuset team should visit the company’s careers page.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development awarded a $200,000 Rural Infrastructure Fund grant to Hampton County to assist with the costs of site preparation and building construction.
QUOTES
“We are excited to break ground on this new distribution facility, which will not only enhance our operations but also create meaningful job opportunities for Hampton County. This initiative underscores our unwavering commitment to the community and its residents while fostering economic opportunities in the region.”
-Le Creuset of America CEO Gregory C. Cairo
“We are thrilled Le Creuset is expanding its distribution operations in Hampton County and creating more job opportunities in the local community. When a global company like Le Creuset expands in our state, it is further proof that South Carolina has the environment and workforce businesses need to find long-term success.”
-Gov. Henry McMaster
“Le Creuset’s decision to build upon its longstanding legacy in South Carolina is truly something worth celebrating. Le Creuset is a valuable part of the Hampton County community, and we congratulate the company on this exciting announcement.”
-Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III
“Le Creuset has been a major employer in Hampton County for decades, and we appreciate the hundreds of jobs they have provided. We appreciate Le Creuset’s continued investment in our community and congratulate them on this important expansion of operations. We will continue to strive for a pro-business environment so that companies like Le Creuset will find a home in Hampton County.”
-Hampton County Council Chairman Dr. Roy Hollingsworth
“We are proud to have the U.S. distribution headquarters of Le Creuset, the premier manufacturer of gourmet cookware, located in our region for almost 50 years. Today we celebrate their continued growth with the new 300,000-square-foot facility and the resulting job creation in Hampton County. We look forward to working with Le Creuset for decades to come.”
-SouthernCarolina Alliance Chairman Marty Sauls
FIVE FAST FACTS
- Le Creuset is expanding its operations in Hampton County.
- The company’s $30 million investment will create 30 new jobs.
- Le Creuset is a global cookware, bakeware and kitchen tools brand.
- The company’s new facility will be located at 601 Bob Gifford Blvd. in Early Branch, S.C.
- Individuals interested in joining the Le Creuset team should visit the company’s careers page.
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