Louisiana Central attends Amazon last-mile facility tour

BOYCE, La. (WNTZ) – Louisiana Central joined regional and state leaders Thursday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Amazon’s newly opened Last Mile Facility in Boyce. The invitation-only event included a guided tour led by Jessica Breaux, Amazon’s senior manager of economic development, and site manager Jose Flores, who provided insight into the facility’s operations.

The 65,000-square-foot facility is a key component of Amazon’s last-mile delivery network, where packages are received, sorted, and dispatched. The site has already generated approximately 200 jobs, with entry-level positions starting at $18.40 per hour, including full benefits. Roles range from package handling and dispatch operations to delivery services.

Amazon officials credited strong collaboration with local leaders for the facility’s swift development, which was completed in under a year. The facility is expected to help meet peak holiday demand and contribute to long-term economic growth in the region by expanding employment opportunities.