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Empirical Foods

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About Us

We create intelligent solutions for the future of food.

At empirical, we believe everyone deserves safe, high quality, and affordable food. Headquartered in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota, empirical is the world’s leading manufacturer of lean ground beef and the recognized leader in food safety innovations for decades. Our family owned business was established in 1981.

Our task is to meet the world’s ever-increasing nourishment needs within the constraints of our natural resources. To get there, we are thinking bigger and smarter. We are leaders in developing the equipment, process and methods needed to achieve this goal.

We know how to do things because we DO things – whether that’s making good food or inventing the equipment and process needed to produce it. At every step we design it, build it, operate it and continually optimize it in our massive online lab. Our plant is a testing ground for new technology and products where we research and iterate until we get results.

empirical isn’t a gigantic corporation. Instead, we are a smart, tight-knit and strategic company of doers. We hire quality people who develop fulfilling careers that make a significant impact on our world.

Jobs

Production Operator
Category: Manufacturing
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! We offer a clean working environment with no knife work. Must have ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Forklift Operator
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
Join the future of food!At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better!  Qualified applicants will have prior forklift experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.  KEY TASKS:Operate a forklift to assist with the loading, ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Equipment Operator
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview Operate many pieces of large industrial equipment that are used in the operation of the facility. Each equipment operator will be assigned ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Maintenance
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview Maintenance employees assist with all maintenance functions within the plant. This position performs regular and preventative maintenance for ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
QA Inspector
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview The Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector position provides quality standards by monitoring throughout the plant. This includes verification of ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Junior Applications Developer
Category: Engineering/Design
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview An entry-level developer position that designs, develops, secures, and troubleshoots Power Platform solutions, including application ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Electromechanical Technician
Category: Technicians
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview The technician will assist with all mechanical and electrical testing functions that pertain to the implementation and support of equipment ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Industrial Water Resource Engineer
Category: Engineering/Design
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! OVERVIEW: Position is responsible for the stewardship of all water and wastewater systems for mulit-sites. Will manage full life-cycle of water systems from ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Machine Design Engineer
Category: Engineering/Design
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing plans for innovative food processing machinery. Investigate and ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Machinist
Category: Machinist
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position is responsible for the machining of parts according to shop drawing specifications. Activities include the set-up and operation ...read more
Contact: Nicole Postello
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Maintenance Assembler
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better!  KEY TASKS:Assemble, disassemble and maintenance processing equipment (i.e. pumps, heavy duty block grinders, etc.)Will utilize both hand and power tools ...read more
Contact: Kelsey Collins
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Category: Manufacturing
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! OVERVIEW:The Manufacturing Process Engineer specializes in design, implementation and optimization of industrial processes, methods and systems for small and ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Network Cyber Security Engineer
Category: Information Technology
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview   We are looking for a highly motivated person to develop and implement a comprehensive information security strategy for our company. You ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Payroll Coordinator
Category: Human Resources
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position will assist the Payroll Manager with payroll department activities. Ensure that all payroll entries are audited/processed in a ...read more
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Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Plant HR Coordinator
Category: Human Resources
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview Assist with all Human Resources functions to include employment, payroll, benefit administration, and employee relations. Job ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Production Supervisor
Category: Manufacturing
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position supervises plant production efforts including start-up, actual production, and daily clean-up operations. Responsible for ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Production Superintendent
Category: Manufacturing
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position directly oversees all plant production efforts including start-up, actual production, and daily clean-up operations. ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
SCADA/MES Software Engineer
Category: Engineering/Design
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview We are looking for a highly motivated person to develop and maintain SCADA/MES systems. Qualified candidates will have the ability to ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Systems Technician
Category: Technicians
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview The Systems Tech I position applies knowledge of electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring ...read more
Contact: Kelsey Collins
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Senior Tax Staff Accountant
Category: Accounting
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position is responsible for the preparation of all required returns, reports, and other filings. Will assist in the planning and ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Draftsperson
Category: Engineering/Design
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview Assist with engineering and/or construction projects, which include layout and design, specification development and preparation, and data ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Control Room Operator
Category: Manufacturing
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview Monitor and guide freezer operations through I-Fix and Warehouse Management System (WMS) software interface. Utilize audio, video, and ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Export Sales Manager
Category: Sales
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview The Export Sales Manager supports international sales activities of all product lines for the company. Responsibilities include maintaining ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Process Safety Management Specialist
Category: Human Resources
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position is responsible for implementation and ongoing management of the Process Safety Management (PSM) Programs, Risk Management ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Process Safety Management Specialist
Category: Human Resources
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position is responsible for implementation and ongoing management of the Process Safety Management (PSM) Programs, Risk Management ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Sawing Machine Operator
Category: Manufacturing
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview This position will utilize a saw machine to cut parts as directed. Make marks on material for cutting and guide material through saw cuts. ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001
Warehouse Coordinator
Category: Manufacturing
Join the future of food! At our company we strive for continuous improvement, not only in our processes, but in our people.  High quality employees allow us to remain on the leading edge of innovation.  With you, we make things better! Position Overview The Warehouse Coordinator supports daily activities of materials, movement, handling, receiving, loading, unloading, transporting, stacking, ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(605) 217-8000
Fax:(605) 217-8001

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