Production Efficiency Specialist

About Us

Factory6 is a contract manufacturer and co-packer with over 20 years of experience in the nutraceutical industry. We specialize in capsules, tablets, and beverage powders that consumers love. As a full-service development partner, we simplify the process while maintaining transparency and adhering to the highest quality standards. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and collaboration, we help brands create custom supplements packed with benefits, flavor, and customer satisfaction.

Why Join Factory6?

We offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• A culture centered on teamwork, transparency, and continuous improvement

Position Summary

The Operational Efficiency Specialist plays a vital role in improving productivity, performance, and process consistency across Factory6’s production and warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate daily with the Production Manager and Warehouse Supervisor to coordinate operations and meet targets for safety, quality, cost, and throughput.
• Support and coach shift supervisors to enhance performance, communication, and efficiency.
• Analyze production and warehouse data to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Adjust production plans, material flow, and staffing allocations as needed to optimize output.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, and internal quality standards across all activities.
• Work cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, and R&D teams to resolve issues and implement process improvements.
• Lead or assist with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives.
• Drive cost-control, waste-reduction, and process-improvement projects.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of best practices and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Management, Food Science, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in production supervision, process improvement, or operations support within nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven success in improving production efficiency, implementing lean principles, or optimizing workflows.
• Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of cGMP, FDA, HACCP, and manufacturing safety standards. Experience with production planning, scheduling, and ERP/MRP systems. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. An analytical mindset with the ability to use metrics and data for decision-making. Proficient in Microsoft Office and production management tools.
• Preferred: Experience in encapsulation, blending, or packaging operations. Familiarity with production-tracking systems (e.g, Monday.com, Data Ninja).

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Hourly Rate: $29.00 (can be adjusted DOE)
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match)
• PTO and paid holidays

Operations

Lindon, UT