Honeywell To Expand Greer Operations

Honeywell International announced on Thursday it would expand its current operation in Greenville County.

The $25 million investment will generate 30 new jobs over the next five years, according a release by the Greenville Area Development Corporation.

"We are pleased to move forward with plans to expand our facility in Greenville County," said Ray Kime, site manager for Honeywell.

"The Greer facility is an important part of our overall operations and this expansion will help it remain competitive. South Carolina has provided us with an excellent business climate and the skilled talent we require."

Honeywell will install new equipment and improve efficiencies at the Greer plant, which provides repair and overhaul of propulsion engines for both commerical and military customers. The facility is the source for more than 300 part numbers for the aerospace industry.

"It's a great day in South Carolina when another world-class company like Honeywell International decides to increase its footprint here and create 30 new well-paying jobs. Announcements like this show we're doing the right things to promote economic development," said Gov. Nikki Haley, in a release.

The expansion is expected to be complete in 2016. Honeywell first established manufacturing operations in Greer in 1982, and opened the repair and overhaul facility in 1988, according to the release.