SCHNEEBERGER, a global leader in linear technology, announced it will establish the company’s first South Carolina operation in Rock Hill. The $3.2 million investment will create 101 new jobs over the next five years. The average annual wage is expected to be $64,000 annually.
Founded in Switzerland in 1923, SCHNEEBERGER specializes in the manufacture of customized and high-precision linear technology including linear bearings, gear racks and mineral casting.
Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys commented, “I’m honored to welcome SCHNEEBERGER to Rock Hill. As a family-owned and operated company, SCHNEEBERGER has built their success on innovation, reliability and lasting partnerships. We look forward to the company’s continued success and growth. The people of Rock Hill continue to profit from strong manufacturing employers and corresponding positive impact on wages.”
SCHNEEBERGER will lease a 42,000-square-foot facility, located at 656 Red River Road in Rock Hill, to serve its growing customer base in the electronics, medical device and packaging industries. The new operation will be the company’s first U.S.-based mineral cast production facility.
SCHNEEBERGER Mineralcast President and General Manager George Blaha shared, “We are thrilled to announce that for the first time, our company will establish mineral cast manufacturing operations in the United States – in Rock Hill, South Carolina. This decision reflects our confidence in the region’s exceptional workforce, robust technical training infrastructure and the area’s growing population, which together create a dynamic environment for innovation and growth.
“Rock Hill’s outstanding quality of life and welcoming community make it an ideal location for our growing business. We are especially excited to bring our sustainable, cold-casting manufacturing technology to the U.S., where we will produce high-performance equipment bases that serve a wide range of industries. This marks a significant milestone for our company, and we look forward to building strong partnerships and a bright future in South Carolina.”
Operations are expected to be online in the fourth quarter of 2025. Individuals interested in joining the SCHNEEBERGER team should visit the company’s careers page.
