Medical device maker Viant to expand workforce at Vega Baja facility

By The Star Staff

The Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC by its acronym in Spanish), led by Secretary Sebastián Negrón Reichard, has announced a significant investment of $5.9 million from Viant Puerto Rico Inc., a prominent manufacturer in the medical device sector.

The expansion at the Vega Baja facility will create 80 new full-time jobs, increasing the workforce from 168 to 248 employees.

“Viant’s expansion not only boosts our economy but also reinforces Puerto Rico’s competitiveness as an investment destination for the medical device industry,” Negrón Reichard said. “This project supports our reshoring strategy by bringing manufacturing operations back to the island and enhancing our productive capacity. The relocation of these operations demonstrates the capabilities and efficiency of our workforce.”

Gov. Jenniffer González Colón also emphasized the positive economic impact of the investment: “Viant’s expansion reaffirms businesses’ confidence in Puerto Rico as a hub for innovation and advanced manufacturing. We will continue to work toward attracting more investments that create high-paying jobs and strengthen our industrial ecosystem.”

Viant’s investment underscores its commitment to bolstering the island’s economic growth and job creation. The company has initiated three new projects, which include expanding injection molding manufacturing and updating facilities to produce combination products -- an essential category within the medical device industry. The enhancements will streamline processes, boost production capacity, and meet the increasing demands of global customers.

Migna Fontán, Viant Puerto Rico’s director of operations, highlighted the strategic significance of the expansion.

“Our investment in technology and manufacturing capacity will enable us to provide high-quality products more efficiently,” she said. “The support from the government and the DDEC team has been crucial for achieving this expansion and ensuring the success of our operations in Puerto Rico.”

As part of the initiative, DDEC has offered incentives totaling $822,600 for the acquisition of machinery and equipment, as well as for job creation.