Electromechanical Technician
Overview The technician will assist with all mechanical and electrical testing functions that pertain to the implementation and support of equipment and process changes for the company. This position will also coordinate activities for others, including installations, maintenance, and equipment repair.ResponsibilitiesAssist with projects and tasks associated with the installation of new test systems. Assist with implementation of equipment and instrumentation related to the projects assigned.Assist with
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Equipment Operator
Overview Operate many pieces of large industrial equipment that are used in the operation of the facility. Each equipment operator will be assigned and trained in the operation of one or more pieces of equipment. This position will monitor and control the operation of equipment. Communicate to plant management of any issues during production, assist in teardown, cleaning, and rebuilding of equipment, ensuring timely and efficient startup.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for monitoring and controlling the
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Maintenance Assembler
Overview Assemble and perform preventative maintenance on company equipment (i.e., pumps, heavy duty block grinders, etc.) in company and customer locations. Assist with all construction duties at plant location. Position will be involved in hands on installation and testing of Research and Development (R&D) equipment associated with production, plant troubleshooting, and continuous improvement projects.ResponsibilitiesWill assist with all new construction such as core drilling, caulking, framing, pulling,
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Maintenance Technician
Overview Maintenance employees assist with all maintenance functions within the plant. This position performs regular and preventative maintenance for machinery within the plant. Additional responsibilities include assisting other maintenance employees and performing emergency repairs when needed. Will assist with installation, maintenance, and testing of Research and Development equipment associated with initial production, plant troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
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Network Engineer
Overview At empirical foods we solve big problems with new thinking. At every step we design it, build it, continually optimize it, and the empirical IT team is no different. We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer who has the passion to help us reach that next level. Position is required to work on-site at our Dakota Dunes, SD office, based on eligibility relocation assistance may be provided. ResponsibilitiesConfigure, install and maintain various network technologies for a multi-site
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Plant HR Coordinator B Shift
Overview Assist with all Human Resources functions to include employment, payroll, benefit administration, and employee relations.ResponsibilitiesAccurately maintain personnel files - in accordance with company policies and government regulations - in an efficient and consistent manner.Review resumes, conduct interviews, manage documentation in the applicant tracking system, perform background checks to include personal and business references, and make recommendations for employment in accordance with
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Product Availability Coordinator
Overview This position is responsible for handling both raw material and finished product, ensuring both meet acceptable criteria. Maintain accurate tracking and inventories of those materials. Ensure adequate raw material is always available to the production floor, coordinate trailer movement, and communicate with Transportation and Quality Assurance personnel to address any problems. Ensure finished product inventory is available for sales order fulfillment and shipping order
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Production Operator
Overview We offer a clean working environment with no knife work. Must have ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.QualificationsNo experience necessary, will provide hands-on training.Previous forklift experience desired.Ability to work a 6-7 day work week.Stable work history is required.Compliance with all safety and sanitation guidelines.Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 60lbs.This position requires standing, walking, climbing, twisting, reaching,
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QA Inspector
Overview The Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector position provides quality standards by monitoring throughout the plant. This includes verification of raw material receipts, taking raw material samples, and verifying finished packaged product. QA Inspectors are required to lift and move raw material samples and boxed products. Team member in overall management of the facility. Expect to work on tests and pilot runs of new and improved products and evaluate the results of the pilot programs. Prepare technical
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Sawing Machine Operator
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. The Sawing Machine Operator will clean, maintain lubricant levels, and service equipment to ensure continuous operation of machines.ResponsibilitiesCut material on table by placing on a table manually or using a hoist. Position and secure material on saw machine to guide material against saw. Turn controls to set cutting speed, feed rate, blade tension, and to
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Security Guard
Overview The Security Guard will monitor traffic flow through security gate onto premises. Check Employees, Contractors, and Guests in and out as they enter/exit the facility. Responsible for supervising, training, and directing duties of contract guards daily.ResponsibilitiesGuard entrance gate of industrial plant and grounds, warehouse, or other property to control traffic to and from buildings and grounds.Open gates to allow entrance or exit of employees, truckers, and authorized visitors. Responsible
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Systems Graphic Programmer
Overview This position will develop and maintain graphical interface systems and control systems. The Systems Graphic Programmer will perform required programming to interface graphics to control systems. Develop and implement graphical interface screens according to company standards. The position will also be involved in Research and Development activities; work on tests and pilot runs of new and improved products; evaluate results.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain graphical control systems. Plan,
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Systems Technician
Overview The Systems Technician position applies knowledge of electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. The Systems Technician is responsible for proper installation, service, and replacement of all electronic equipment, circuit modules, programmable logic controllers, and several other types of electronic equipment. The Systems Technician maintains and installs communication and power distribution cable and wiring, as required. This
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Warehouse Coordinator
Overview The Warehouse Coordinator supports daily activities of materials, movement, handling, receiving, loading, unloading, transporting, stacking, shipping, and filling of production orders as well as maintaining inventory. Support empirical’s research and development activities through a hands-on approach for machine development, where machinery is often built, modified, scrapped, re-designed, re-built, and re-modified as part of a continual process of change based on the specific goals and challenges
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