NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – A firearms manufacturer is investing nearly $80 million to create nearly 200 jobs in a move to expand in Rutherford County.

Gov. Bill Lee, Barrett Firearms Manufacturing, Inc. and others announced the expansion of a new facility on Manchester Pike of $76.4 million.

“Tennessee is shaped by brands like Barrett that have made significant investments in our skilled workforce for decades. I am proud to announce nearly 200 new, high-quality jobs for families across Rutherford County, and I believe this company will continue to find great success in our state,” Lee said.

The estimated 250,000-square-foot Barrett Manufacturing & Technology Campus will bring 183 jobs and serve as the company’s global manufacturing site.

“The estimated 250,000-square-foot Barrett Manufacturing & Technology Campus will serve as the company’s primary global firearms manufacturing site and will offer employees a cutting-edge campus environment, housing state-of-the-art manufacturing, a corporate office and other major operations. Additionally, the NIOA Group, Barrett’s Australian-owned parent company, intends to locate its U.S. headquarters at the facility upon completion,” officials said.

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