BATESVILLE, Ark., June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LaCroix Precision Optics announced that it will be expanding its manufacturing operations in Batesville, Arkansas, creating 107 new jobs over five years. The company will be investing $13.8 million as part of the expansion.
“LaCroix Precision Optics is excited to expand our operations in Batesville, Arkansas to support a multi-year military contract that will help restore a critical supply chain to the United States,” said Kirk Warden, President of LaCroix Precision Optics. “This expansion will allow us to enhance our capabilities with advanced equipment and additional manufacturing space. We are incredibly grateful for the hard work and dedication of our employees, whose efforts make this growth possible. We also want to thank our state and local officials for their unwavering support in making this expansion a reality. We’re proud to create over 100 new jobs for the Batesville community.”
LaCroix Precision Optics is expanding to meet increased customer demand for its products and to support a 10-year military contract. The expansion will add new equipment and add 18,750-square-feet of manufacturing space.
“Family-run companies like LaCroix Precision Optics are the backbone of our state’s economy, and we have been proud that they’ve called Arkansas home for almost sixty years,” said Governor Sanders. “Their expansion further proves why cutting taxes, investing in our workforce, and reforming education helps drive economic growth, making Arkansas a great place to live and raise a family.”
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