Kentucky Company Adds 44 Jobs in $6M Factory Expansion

ARMOR-IIMAK is betting big on Kentucky, pumping $6 million into its Boone County facility and creating dozens of good-paying jobs for local families.

The global thermal transfer ribbon manufacturer announced it will add 44 positions in Kentucky as part of a 65-job expansion across its operations. The new roles will span production, warehouse, engineering, and administrative work, offering opportunities for workers with different skill sets.

The expansion goes beyond just headcount. ARMOR-IIMAK is upgrading its facility with new equipment and modifications to boost manufacturing capacity and meet growing customer demand.

COO Ryan Heitkamp said the company is grateful for support from Governor Andy Beshear's administration and the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority. The investment strengthens their ability to serve customers while creating quality opportunities for local residents.

The company joins other major employers choosing Kentucky for growth. AESC recently announced a gigafactory project in Warren County, and Ford Motor Company continues its long presence in Louisville.

The Ripple Effect

This expansion reflects a larger trend transforming Kentucky's economy. Since Governor Beshear took office in 2023, the state has attracted more than 70,000 new jobs through business investments and expansions.

Beshear credits Kentucky-based companies choosing to reinvest in their communities as a key driver of this momentum. The state's skilled workforce, business-friendly environment, and strong partnerships between local and state leaders continue attracting investment.

For Boone County, the expansion means more than job numbers. It means families with stable incomes, young professionals finding careers close to home, and a community growing stronger together.

The 44 new Kentucky positions represent real paychecks, real opportunities, and real confidence in the commonwealth's future.