Omnilife Plans New Investment in Jalisco: What's It About?

Omnilife maintains a growth strategy that includes expanding its production capacity in Jalisco and strengthening its presence in international markets. The company is working on medium and long-term projects that include the construction of a new manufacturing plant in the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area (ZMG), as well as a liquid production plant in Colombia.

This decision stems from the fact that the installed capacity of its plant in El Salto, Jalisco, is nearing its limit, while the demand for its products and the brand’s presence in various countries necessitate new production alternatives.

According to information published by El Informador, Omnilife’s plans aim to diversify its operations and create space for continued growth without compromising the functionality of its current facilities. It is worth noting that the company has a presence in over 20 countries, making this strategy a significant step in consolidating its industrial and logistics infrastructure.

Omnilife in El Salto: A Plant Operating at 94% Capacity

The Omnilife plant located in El Salto,

is one of the company’s primary production points, manufacturing and distributing dietary supplements and nutritional products. Its utilization level reflects the pressure on current infrastructure due to ongoing operations and expansion plans.

Jesús Zatarain, Executive Director of Omnilife Manufactura, explained to the mentioned media outlet that the facility operates at its maximum capacity and that the company is exploring new alternatives to meet its growth needs.

Currently, the plant operates at approximately 94% of its installed capacity. Furthermore, it maintains operations across three shifts, with a pause primarily dedicated to maintenance at the end of the year.

How Many Jobs Does Omnilife Generate in Jalisco?

Omnilife’s operations in El Salto also have an impact on industrial employment in the state. Currently, the plant generates approximately 650 direct jobs, according to statements made by Jesús Zatarain to El Informador.

Additionally, the company projects the creation of over 250 additional direct jobs at this location. While the available information does not specify the hiring timeline or the characteristics of each position, the expectation points to an expansion of labor activity related to manufacturing.

Omnilife Strengthens its Manufacturing Network in Mexico, Colombia, and the United States

Omnilife’s growth strategy is being developed within the context of expanding its international infrastructure. The company currently has production facilities in Mexico and Colombia and recently inaugurated a new plant in Texas, United States.

This network allows for the distribution of manufacturing activities across different regions, with the objective of meeting market needs and expanding operational capabilities.

The company has a commercial presence in over 20 countries. Mexico represents its primary market, with over 60% market share, while the United States, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Guatemala, Spain, and Russia are among the relevant markets for the company.

Innovation Park in Dallas, Texas: The New Production Platform

One of the recent advancements in Omnilife’s international expansion is the inauguration of its Innovation Park plant in Dallas, Texas. This facility represents the company’s third manufacturing platform, alongside the plants in Mexico and Colombia. Its development expands the company’s productive presence in the United States and adds infrastructure to meet the needs of its international operations.

Among the reported features of the plant are:

Investment: Over $64 million.
Area: Over 550,000 square feet.
Functions: Manufacturing, distribution center, and corporate headquarters.
Distributor Community: Spaces dedicated to serving its distributor network.
Initial Capacity: Over half a million units annually.
Scalability: Capacity to grow to nearly 1.2 million units on the same line.
Infrastructure: Reserved space for additional production lines and categories.
Standards: ISO Class 7 and ISO Class 8 classified areas.
Laboratories: On-site microbiology and analysis facilities.