Production Operation Specialist

Company Overview
Formulife LLC is a dynamic and innovative manufacturer specializing in high-quality dietary supplements. Based in Allen, we partner closely with brands to develop and produce powders, capsules, and tablets, emphasizing quality, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. Our dedicated team includes experts in chemistry and microbiology, committed to delivering exceptional products from R&D to packaging.

Overview
We are seeking a motivated Production Operation Specialist to join our manufacturing team. This energetic role is key role in supporting day-to-day manufacturing activities. This position help optimize daily manufacturing performance across blending, encapsulation. Packaging, and kitting within a dietary supplement manufacturing facility. In this role, you will support a safe, high-quality, and compliant production environment while driving improvements in operational efficiency and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through continuous improvement initiatives. The position works closely with production leadership and cross-functional partners to ensure operations run efficiently, production schedules are met, and quality standards remain consistent.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations by monitoring batch progress, workflow accuracy, and adherence to production schedules.
• Oversee daily production workflow and support schedule adherence across manufacturing operations.
• Assist in tracking labor productivity, including time studies and reporting to identify areas for operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 111, internal GMP procedures, and strong batch documentation practices.
• Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) (Availability, Performance, Quality) using operational data and floor-level insights.
• Identify opportunities to reduce controllable downtime and improve changeover efficiency through standardized processes and structured problem-solving.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to support preventive maintenance planning and execution.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen events.
• Train and mentor production operators on equipment setup, operational standards, and GMP documentation requirements.
• Support audit readiness and assist with deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Control, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Production Planning to remove bottlenecks and improve throughput.
• Promote and maintain a safety-first culture, including adherence to PPE requirements and safe work practices
• Ensure proper batch tracking, including reviewing production paperwork for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a resource to team members by providing guidance on processes, SOPs, and production standards.
• Coordinate and support new hire and cross-training activities within the production department, ensuring training records are maintained.
• Act as a liaison between production and quality teams to support investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in internal audits and assist in preparing documentation for inspections or external audits.
• Assist with data collection and reporting related to production KPIs (key performance indicators).
• Identify and escalate any production process issues to leadership for resolution.
• Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the production floor.
• Maintain document control processes, including organizing, updating, and tracking production records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

· High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical or manufacturing-related field preferred.

Experience:

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in food, nutraceutical, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and batch documentation practices.
• Experience tracking manufacturing KPIs, OEE metrics, and production performance indicators.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including 5S and continuous improvement practices. (Required)

Pay: $26.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
• Food production: 2 years (Preferred)
• GMP: 2 years (Preferred)
• KPIs, OEE Metrics and production indicators: 2 years (Required)
• Lean manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Allen, TX 75002 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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