EMPWR Nutrition Expands Operations and Workforce in 2025

Feb 14, 2025

EMPWR Nutrition Expands Operations and Workforce

EMPWR Nutrition continues to grow in McMinnville, with its multi-phase expansion bringing new jobs and investment to the region.

Expansion & Investment

Phase 1 (Completed 2023): $20M investment for the installation of a manufacturing and co-packing line.

Phase 2 (Projected Q1 2025): $85M investment, adding an 85,000 sq. ft. facility and two additional manufacturing and co-packing lines.

Workforce Growth

Jobs Retained: 85 jobs

Current Workforce: 313 employees

New Jobs Added: Phase 1 created 110-125 jobs, and Phase 2 is projected to add 220-240 jobs by 2026.

Hiring Goal: 450 employees by April 2025.

EMPWR has also strengthened its HR team with the addition of Andrew Buchanan as the new VP of Human Resources, ensuring the company continues to grow the team to make even more healthy and delicious bars. With temporary occupancy approval in place, the company is awaiting final documentation. FDA approval was expected in January and commercial production is set to begin in February.

As EMPWR Nutrition moves forward, its investment in local job creation and manufacturing innovation continues to strengthen McMinnville’s economy.

Career Opportunities with EMPWR USA McMinnville.