(123rf.com Image) Pratt Industries, a provider of custom packaging solutions, announced it is expanding its York County operations with a new manufacturing facility. The company’s $92.5 million investment will create 116 new jobs, according to the South Carolina Department of Commerce. “We are excited to expand our operations in the great state of South Carolina and the mid-Atlantic region,” said Pratt Industries Global Executive Chairman Anthony Pratt. “Our new facility supports our continued commitment to invest in recycling, clean energy infrastructure and American manufacturing jobs.” “Pratt Industries investing $92.5 million to establish a new facility in York County is a big win for South Carolina’s recycling industry,” said Gov. Henry McMaster. “This project will create 116 new jobs and marks an important step forward in strengthening our state’s reputation in sustainability and manufacturing.” With more than 35 years of experience, Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in the U.S. and one of the world’s largest, privately held producers of 100 percent recycled containerboard. Pratt Industries will upfit the facility at 2087 Williams Industrial Blvd. in Rock Hill to manufacture its packaging products. In addition to the new operation, the company operates a recycling center in Rock Hill. Those interested in joining Pratt Industries should go to the company’s careers page. The state’s Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to the project. The council also awarded a $400,000 Set-Aside grant to York County to assist with the costs of building improvements. | 
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