Manufacturing

Manufacturing careers require specialized skills and training, making the industry both competitive and rapidly growing in South Carolina. Jobs in this field include machinists, welders, robotics technicians, quality control inspectors, production supervisors, and industrial engineers.
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 Roger Milliken | S.C. Hall of Fame
Roger Milliken | S.C. Hall of Fame

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Roger Milliken led Milliken & Company for 71 years, during which it grew to become the world's largest privately owned textile and chemical manufacturer. Milliken was the driving force behind the...
 William Gregg | S.C. Hall of Fame
William Gregg | S.C. Hall of Fame

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William Gregg (1800-1867) was born in Charleston and was a leading advocate of Southern industrialization. He founded a successful cotton mill in Graniteville, South Carolina and brought the concept...
 John A. Warren | Legacy of Leadership Profile
John A. Warren | Legacy of Leadership Profile

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John A. Warren (1925-2009) John Warren retired as chairman and chief executive of SCANA Corporation in January 1990, but 18 months later he was working again, as chairman of the South Carolina State...
 Business Unit Manager | Career Aisle
Business Unit Manager | Career Aisle

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A business unit manager at Eaton Hydraulics discusses her responsibilities. She also discusses her education, what subjects are important to do well in, and the importance of working as part of a team...
 John E. Swearingen | Legacy of Leadership Profile
John E. Swearingen | Legacy of Leadership Profile

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John E. Swearingen (1918–2007) John E. Swearingen retired as chairman of the board of directors of Standard Oil Company (Indiana), now BP–Amoco Corporation, on his 65th birthday anniversary, September...
 James C. Self, Sr. | Legacy of Leadership Profile
James C. Self, Sr. | Legacy of Leadership Profile

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James C. Self, Sr. (1876–1955) James C. Self, Sr. took a rundown cotton mill and turned it into what has been called "The Greenwood Story," and his is one of the most notable success stories in South...
 Company President  | Career Aisle
Company President | Career Aisle

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The president of a specialty fiber company discusses his career path, education, and starting a business in the specialty synthetic fiber industry, using recycled items.
 Manufacturing | Career Aisle
Manufacturing | Career Aisle

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A representative of International Knife and Saw discusses his company, where plants are located, and products that are manufactured with the help of their blades used in manufacturing. Information...
 Machinist | Career Aisle
Machinist | Career Aisle

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A machinist at Eaton Hydraulics discusses her job and her background experience. Her advice in preparation for an interview includes researching the company and the requirements for the job.