Chemical Manufacturer to Expand Operations in North Carolina

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) recently announced that UNX-Christeyns, a manufacturer of cleaning chemicals and products, will add 21 new jobs in Pitt County. The company will invest $10.5 million to expand and consolidate its current operations at its headquarters in Greenville.

UNX-Christeyns has operated in North Carolina for more than 65 years as a manufacturer of cleaning chemicals, products and equipment for commercial customers. From detergents to dispensers, the company serves industries that need commercial laundry, housekeeping and warewashing, including hospitality and professional and collegiate athletic organizations. UNX-Christeyns’ expansion will consolidate its administrative, engineering, manufacturing and warehousing operations to a new, larger 70,000-square-foot facility in Greenville.

“We are immensely grateful for the support from the state of North Carolina,” said Josh Lilley, CEO of UNX-Christeyns. “In addition to the jobs which will be created, this project allows for a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility which enables our organization to manufacture innovative, sustainable cleaning solutions for the customers we serve.”

A performance-based grant of $40,000 from the One North Carolina Fund will help facilitate UNX-Christeyns’ expansion in North Carolina. The One NC Fund provides financial assistance to local governments to help attract economic investment and create jobs. Companies receive no money upfront and must meet job creation and capital investment targets to qualify for payment. All One NC grants require matching participation from local governments and any award is contingent on that condition being met.

“When North Carolina companies choose to expand in our state, it validates why we remain the best place to do business,” Gov. Cooper said. “We are confident that UNX-Christeyns will continue to find success in Pitt County as it supports the local economy by providing meaningful opportunities for its current and future employees.”

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