Johnson & Johnson Vision Expands Jacksonville, Florida, Operations

Area Development News Desk

06/23/2026

Johnson & Johnson Vision, a contact lenses and eye health solutions provider, plans to expand its operations in Jacksonville, Florida. The more than $1 billion project is expected to create ten jobs.

The investment will include the construction of a new distribution facility, located at the company’s existing Southside campus, as well as the implementation of advanced manufacturing and packaging technologies. Operations are scheduled to begin in 2028.

“This investment reinforces our long-standing conviction that advanced manufacturing in the United States is essential to delivering innovative, high quality healthcare solutions to patients at home and around the world,” said Joaquin Duato, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Johnson & Johnson. “By further strengthening our Vision operations in Jacksonville with next-generation manufacturing, packaging and distribution capabilities, we are enhancing the resilience of our U.S. supply chain while helping more people see better and live better. This commitment reflects the confidence we have in our people, our technology, and our more than 40-year legacy of advancing eye health globally.”

To support the project Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is set to receive $12 million in city incentives.

“Johnson & Johnson’s commitment is a strong vote of confidence in Jacksonville, our workforce, and our future,” noted Mayor Donna Deegan. “Jacksonville continues to lead in advanced manufacturing and life sciences innovation. This expansion strengthens our high-tech footprint while creating quality jobs and long-term opportunities for our community.”

Johnson & Johnson Vision is the vision care division of Johnson & Johnson, developing and manufacturing contact lenses, surgical equipment, and eye health products. The company’s operations include research and development, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of vision care solutions for consumers and eye care professionals.

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