Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith E. Sonderling toured Amway's world headquarters in Ada this week. The visit highlighted a $75 million investment that completed a major transformation of the company's Nutrilite supplement manufacturing operation. The upgraded facility officially launched on May 6.

"I'm grateful to Amway and CEO Michael Nelson for opening their doors to us today," said Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling. "Touring the plant, getting a firsthand look at how products are made, hearing from executives about business challenges, and meeting with factory workers gave me invaluable insights."

A $75 Million Transformation

Amway completed the investment by converting 52,000 square feet of warehouse space into a state-of-the-art production environment. The new space houses more than 500 pieces of manufacturing equipment, according to the company's press release.

The upgrades include V-shell blenders, high-speed rotary tablet presses, and a two-capsule filling machine. The facility now supports a Nutrilite portfolio of 877 SKUs across 136 formulas serving 60 markets, according to Amway.

"This new flagship operation represents the next generation of global Nutrition manufacturing, quality, and innovation capabilities," said Brian Kraus, Amway's Chief Supply Chain Officer. "The reimagined Nutrilite Spaulding Plant marks a significant milestone and a major investment in our manufacturing infrastructure and innovation, positioning us for future growth."

Capacity and Jobs

The facility has the capacity to produce 7 billion tablets annually, according to Amway. The company described the project as one of the largest transformations in its history.

Sonderling toured the plant alongside Amway Manufacturing Group Leader Sandy Pribble. He also met with factory workers and company executives during the visit, according to the company.

What It Means for Ada

Amway has been headquartered in Ada since the company was founded in 1959 by Jay Van Andel and Richard DeVos. The company is the largest multi-level marketing business in the world by revenue, according to the 2025 Direct Selling News Global 100 list.

The investment keeps manufacturing capacity in West Michigan. Kraus emphasized that the facility produces nutrition products that are shipped across the country and around the world.

"We were very pleased to show Acting Labor Secretary Sonderling our Made in the USA manufacturing operation right here in West Michigan," Kraus said. "The Acting Secretary had an opportunity to see our expanded manufacturing facility, where incredibly skilled Michigan workers make nutrition products that are shipped across the country and around the world."

Sonderling said he would share what he learned with President Trump as the administration continues its mission to support American manufacturing.

"This Administration is committed to serving and strengthening the manufacturing industry," Sonderling said.