Adeptus USA plans a $215.56 million facility in Honea Path that will create 217 jobs starting in 2027.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Adeptus USA has chosen Anderson County for its first South Carolina operation, a $215.56 million investment expected to create 217 jobs, according to the S.C. Department of Commerce.
The wood products manufacturer will build a facility at 1205 Hamby Road in Honea Path to produce processed pine products for building and millwork uses, including painted and primed moulding, boards, shiplap and panel products, the department said.
Operations are expected to begin in the second quarter of 2027. HTI will assist with hiring during the startup phase, with job openings to be posted at htijobs.com/adeptus, according to the department.
The state’s Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits for the project and awarded Anderson County an $850,000 Closing Fund grant to help cover building improvement costs, the department said.
“The tremendous commitment shown by the state of South Carolina, Anderson County and the local forestry community made it clear that this is the right place for Adeptus to invest and grow,” said Adeptus USA CEO Billy White. He also credited Atlantic Union Bank, Venturus (a division of Heritage Bank), USDA Rural Development and Capital Resource Advisors for their roles in the project.
“Adeptus’ $215.56 million investment will bring new jobs and opportunity to Anderson County,” Gov. Henry McMaster said, adding that the decision reflects “the strength of our workforce and the quality of our manufacturing capabilities.”
Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III said the project supports “the state’s growing wood products industry and workforce.”
South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers said the investment helps diversify opportunities in the state’s forestry sector, while State Forester Scott Phillips said it shows “S.C. forests are open for business.”
Anderson County Councilman Greg Elgin said the project would revive a closed facility and create “quality jobs” in the community.
Based on a release from S.C. Dept. of Commerce.
