OCONEE COUNTY, S.C.
Tucked against the backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains, Oconee County is a prominent part of South Carolina's booming industrial sector. Horton's newest engine cooling manufacturing plant opened here in the spring of 2020.
The Plant
Horton's Oconee County facility, located in Westminster, South Carolina, features 112,000 square feet of space dedicated to producing the latest engine cooling technology. The facility includes:
- A brand new e-coat line
- A powder coat booth for custom component painting
- New injection molding machine
- State-of-the-art machining and other manufacturing equipment
The People
Horton, Inc., is a global airflow industry leader in reliability, service and innovation. Skilled workers and leaders with a "get it done" mentality, team-oriented mindset and passion for creating customer-focused solutions can apply now.
The Place
Westminster is one of several small, vibrant towns inside Oconee County, recently named one of National Geographic's "50 of the World's Last Great Places." Originally a railroad town in Cherokee Native American country, Westminster and the surrounding area provide ample outdoor and cultural opportunities, including three large lakes and miles of hiking, biking and hunting real estate.
What They're Saying
"The decision to build here was driven by the experienced industrial support we saw within the community. We are not only excited to tap into that, but also look forward to becoming a key contributor to the Oconee County community.” – Horton CEO Cordell Dietz
“South Carolina has become known the world over as a state that excels at manufacturing. This new investment by Horton Holding is a testament to that reputation, and I congratulate them for deciding to join our growing manufacturing community.” – South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster