(123rf.com)

Komar Industries, a manufacturer of balers and compactors, announced it is establishing its first South Carolina operation in York County.

The $11.5 million investment will create 160 jobs, according to Gov. Henry McMaster’s office.

Komar specializes in the design and manufacture of balers, stationary compactors and self-contained compactors. The company is also a leading innovator of technology for the recycling and waste management industries.

Relocating its subsidiary, Bace, LLC, from North Carolina, Komar will upfit the existing building located at 200 Ratchford Road in York.

Officials said the new operation will grow the company’s manufacturing capabilities in waste and recycling compactor technology.

Operations are expected to be online in July 2025. Those interested in joining Komar 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 $150,000 Set-Aside grant to York County to assist with the costs of building improvements.

“Komar Industries is pleased to expand our manufacturing network of factories with our first operation within South Carolina. We look forward to becoming an integral part of the York community and an employer of choice in the area,” said Komar Industries CEO Mark Koenig.