Posted on 11/07/2017 2:28:38 PM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
Harbor Freight Tools is planning a one million-square foot expansion of its East Coast distribution facility in Dillon County, SC. The expansion is projected to create more than 500 new jobs, bringing the company’s total investment in South Carolina to more than $200 million.
“Since we opened our first facility here in 2001, the company has continued to grow and so has our need for a larger distribution center,” said Harbor Freight Tools Founder and CEO Eric Smidt. “We’ve made an investment in Dillon, becoming part of the community, and we’re proud to expand our presence in this region. Dillon County, along with leaders from Marion and Marlboro County, were instrumental in our decision to expand here.”
This is the third expansion of the company’s distribution center; the first occurred in 2006, and another took place in 2014. Harbor Freight currently employs 650 people at its Dillon facility in positions ranging from managers to warehouse stockers; and, with this new expansion, the company will hire 500 more from Dillon County and the surrounding region. Work on the new project is expected to break ground by the end of 2017, with completion expected in early 2019.
South Carolina’s Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to this project. A $5 million Rural Infrastructure Grant was also awarded to Dillon County to assist with the costs of site preparation.
“Harbor Freight Tools’ continued investment in Dillon County and in our people is a testament to our approach to creating a competitive business environment where companies of all kinds can thrive,” said Gov. Henry McMaster. “The 500 jobs this great company is creating will make a difference in the lives of South Carolinians, and for that, we couldn’t be more grateful.”
“The significant expansion of Harbor Freight Tools is exciting news for the Port and state,” said South Carolina Ports Authority President and CEO Jim Newsome. “They served as a catalyst for the development of Inland Port Dillon and will be the launch customer of that facility, further driving jobs and growth opportunities for the Dillon area. The Port values our role in Harbor Freight’s international supply chain and looks forward to a strong continued partnership with them.”
“We are proud that Harbor Freight Tools has chosen to expand for the third time in the NESA region,” said North Eastern Strategic Alliance (NESA) Executive Committee Chairman Sen. Luke Rankin, Esq. “Their ability to thrive here reflects well on the reliability and productivity of our workforce, our many logistical advantages and the support of our partner counties. We wish Harbor Freight continued success and look forward to working with them in the years to come.”
Founded in 1977, Harbor Freight Tools is a family-owned national tool retailer based in Calabasas, CA. With more than 800 stores nationwide and a new store opening approximately every three days, the company has more than 40 million customers.
Now if they would actually sell stuff made in America, this would be truly MAGA...
HF stuff seems to be getting slightly better.
It varies.
I’ve broken some stuff, but look a little closer before buying and use with discretion as opposed to the way I used to use Craftsman tools...
My impact sockets from decades ago before the i’net when they were mail order are still in near new condition despite agressive use over the years.
The winning. I’m so not tired of it yet.
Harbor Freight rules! Not for everything but try buying tools now , they are way over priced. Nothing wrong with HF.
Very impressed with the 3/4” Torque Wrench value...
(I HATE FWD ball bearing wheel bearings.)
If you break a Harbor Freight tool, buy a better brand. If you have unbroken Harbor Freight tools, you may not need them.
I bought tools for homeless veterans to get them back to work circa 1989 and they were expensive then.
I took a chance on some impact torx sockets and snapped the only one I needed within a few minutes.
That wasn’t unexpected considering what I was working on.
I was trying to get the hinges off a CJ7 windshield since some people want orginals. On the project 7, I went with stainless steel.
Next time I’ll have some propane for the torch and a charged up DeWalt grinder. I think the bits are still under warranty.
In general, I strongly disagree.
In looking for a (small, western) town to to move near to, having a HF store was a requirement.
The biggest disappointment is small 12v air compressors.
It’s too bad they didn’t buy up the craftsman line from Sears. Danaher (USA) made the tools and could have continued.
REpeated thermal cycling along with all sorts of PB Blaster type application generally helps.
Moving out west helps in minimizing rust seizure.
Basically disassembling your new vehicle and applying proper joint fastener lube also helps in the long run.
Hind held Impact drivers. The (newer) one I have from HF works fine.
Best thing I got from them is my anvil. Absolutely unbreakable.
Geez you’re tough, those things rattle ya enough when held the normal way ;-)
Simple stuff made from Iron (or steel) is the way to go...
cheap Chinese crap, but sometimes I’m not going to need Snap-On. Throw away brushes and stuff that will never see hard use.
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