Process and Safety Engineer

Dubuque, IA
Permanent
Posted: 11/10/2026 3:58:23 PM
Sedona Office: Dubuque - Direct Hire
Process & Safety Engineer
Location: Dubuque, IA
Job Type: Full-Time | On Site

Position Overview
We are seeking a Process & Safety Engineer to support manufacturing operations, environmental compliance, workplace safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position will help ensure facility compliance with applicable regulations while identifying opportunities to improve production processes, workplace safety, and operational efficiency. This is a Direct Hire opportunity. Meaning, the right fit candidate will go directly onto the hiring company’s payroll and be eligible for their benefits package.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure facility operations comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Assist with environmental permitting, compliance reporting, inspections, and audits.
  • Support workplace safety programs, OSHA compliance, employee training, and emergency response planning.
  • Participate in risk assessments, HAZOP evaluations, and safety inspections.
  • Identify potential safety and environmental concerns and recommend corrective actions.
  • Research and implement improvements to existing manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Quality departments on equipment installations and improvement projects.
  • Coordinate contractors, vendors, project bids, equipment purchases, and project timelines.
  • Monitor production capabilities, schedules, costs, and operational performance.
  • Participate in Lean initiatives, including 5S events, visual management, and continuous improvement activities.
  • Maintain environmental and safety documentation, reports, and required postings.
Qualifications
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience.
Preferred:
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation.
  • Environmental Health & Safety certification.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to contribute to manufacturing safety, environmental compliance, and process improvement while working with a team focused on operational excellence and sustainability.

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