Anderson Manufacturer Expanding, Adding Jobs

General Machine of Anderson will expand its metalworking and manufacturing operations in Anderson County. The $800,000 investment is expected to generate at least 20 new jobs. 

“It’s an exciting time for our business and this expansion is a big step for our company. We are seeing demand for our products and services grow, and this expansion will help us meet that demand. Anderson County has provided us with an excellent business environment and a talented workforce. We look forward to continuing to grow here in Anderson,” said Mike Ertzberger, president of General Machine of Anderson. 

General Machine of Anderson is adding manufacturing space that will house additional equipment and allow the company to increase its machining fabricating, sheet metal and manufacturing capacity. Phase one of the two-phase expansion, the construction of an assembly building, is complete. Ertzberger said phase two of the expansion will be the addition of fabricating space, and should be completed by November.

Since January 2011, South Carolina has recruited more than $9 billion in capital investment and more than 23,000 jobs in the manufacturing sector.

General Machine of Anderson, which began in 1999, grew from a two-person operation to a full-fledged machining, fabricating and manufacturing operation with more than 50 technicians and support staff. The company has been growing steadily over the past decade and was chosen as the Anderson Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year in 2004.

The company has been hiring for the new positions. Anyone interested in job opportunities with the company should apply at the plant, located at 120 Doubletree Drive in Anderson.