Need to spice up that job search? This Indian Land company is doubling employment.
An Indian Land company will add more than 100 new jobs as part of a $9.4 million expansion announced Tuesday.
McClancy Seasoning will more than double its employment. The company that started in 1947 as a spice producer for sausage makers in the Carolinas moved to Lancaster County in 1983. It since has become one of the largest spice companies in the Southeast.
“We have expanded our operations since moving to the county in 1984 to two locations in 1993,” company president Reid Wilkerson said in the announcement. “We are pleased to have reached an agreement with Lancaster County Economic Development and the county council to support our growth and look forward to remaining a part of the community for years to come.”
McClancy has two Indian Land sites. Both will expand.
A 50,000-square-foot expansion at its 8746 Charlotte Highway location will join a 20,000-square-foot expansion at its 1 Spice Road facility. The additions will grow production and distribution for major fast food restaurants, food manufacturers and private label packaging.
Jamie Gilbert, county economic development director, said the McClancy announcement reflects the business climate in Lancaster County and the county’s ability to meet industry needs.
“Existing businesses are a top priority, and we appreciate all that McClancy Seasoning has meant to our community over many years,” Gilbert said. ‘From the outset, Lancaster County was committed to ensuring that McClancy would continue to grow and prosper in the county for another 40 years.”
The expansion should be complete by 2021. Potential employees interested in the new jobs can visit mcclancy.com.
“This is very exciting news for Lancaster County,” said county council Chairman Steve Harper. “McClancy Seasoning is one of our long-standing manufacturers. Their commitment to invest in our community is welcome news. Over half the company’s employees reside in Lancaster County, and more job opportunities are on the way.”
