At the Forefront of Manufacturing Innovation Since 1911
For over a century, our company has been one of the most trusted contract manufacturing partners for leading OEMs around the world. Since the 1970’s we have been evolving and growing to position ourselves for the next century as a partner of choice for medical device OEMS who are revolutionizing healthcare and enhancing human life. With locations in the US and Costa Rica, AVNA has built a legacy reputation for its engineering and precision manufacturing excellence.
The Company has come a long way since its founding in 1911 as the B. Jahn Manufacturing Company, a tool and die shop.
Under the leadership of Edward Okay who purchased the company in 1968, the business shifted to a full-service contract stamping company, focusing on complex projects and entered the medical device market in the late 70s.
Purchased by Greg Howey in 1990, the Company expanded its capabilities to include custom production machining equipment and automated assembly, entering the new millennium to position itself as a leading contract manufacturer of components and subassemblies for Global Original Equipment Manufacturers.
Under the current leadership of Jason Howey, the Company has transformed through a series of expansions, acquisitions, market realignments, and continuous investments in new capabilities and advanced technologies including laser technologies, plastic molding, precision grinding, and custom automation. These vertically integrated solutions position the Company to become a premier global MedTech manufacturing partner.
Since the very beginning, human talent has been the key to the company’s success. The company employs approximately 450 dedicated people. Thriving today with two facilities in Connecticut and an expanded footprint and capabilities in Costa Rica, it continues its long history building long-term strategic partnerships that share the common goal of improving lives around the world.
Recent awards include the Operational Excellence award from the Cámara de Industrias de Costa Rica in the areas of Culture, Leadership and Strategy, Processes, and Human Talent, The Cigna Silver Award for its employee healthcare program, and a certificate of recognition from the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services for the Company’s commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.