Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer – Safety & Compliance

Department: Engineering and Operations

Reports To: Manager of Target Engineering

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Onsite in Superior, Wisconsin

Company Overview

FeraDyne Outdoors LLC is a leading manufacturer headquartered in Superior, Wisconsin, and known for its innovative archery and outdoor hunting equipment, including broadheads, crossbows, arrows, targets, and accessories. Committed to engineering the evolution of technology across all bowhunting categories, the company prides itself on quality products and safety excellence.

Position Summary

The Process Engineer – Safety & Compliance works under the guidance of the Target Engineering Manager and is responsible for developing, improving, and maintaining efficient, reliable, and safe manufacturing processes. This position provides hands-on technical expertise in process improvement, manufacturing problem-solving, equipment and workflow optimization, and production support, while also coordinating key workplace safety and regulatory compliance activities.

The role serves as a bridge of understanding between engineering, production, quality, maintenance, and management. The Process Engineer works closely and collaboratively with operations partners for understanding before interpreting needs and challenges to identify and implement opportunities for improvement. Continuous improvement of manufacturing productivity, product quality, process safety, compliance, and cost effectiveness are the focus for this role.

Core Responsibilities:

Process & Manufacturing Engineering

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, tooling, fixtures, and production methods.
• Analyze production processes to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, quality, throughput, ergonomics, and cost.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to implement effective and sustainable solutions.
• Support introduction of new products, processes, equipment, and manufacturing technologies.
• Develop process specifications, standard work, and appropriate process controls.
• Use data and root-cause analysis to identify and resolve recurring production issues.
• Evaluate equipment, tooling, and process changes for technical feasibility, cost, safety, and production impact.
• Support capital equipment projects and vendor relationships as appropriate.

Safety & EHS

• Serve as a technical resource and internal contributor for workplace safety programs.
• Identify hazards and recommend engineering and administrative controls.
• Participate in machine guarding, ergonomics, PPE, chemical safety, lockout/tagout, hazard communication, and other applicable safety programs.
• Conduct safety inspections and follow up on corrective actions in conjunction with internal and external partners.
• Support Human Resources & Safety in incident and near-miss investigations and help identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Partner with Human Resources & Safety with safety training opportunities and employee communication.
• Maintain appropriate safety documentation and records.
• Work with management to identify and address emerging safety risks.
• Help ensure engineering and process changes incorporate safety considerations from the outset.

Compliance

• Monitor applicable regulatory requirements and coordinate implementation with appropriate internal personnel.
• Support OSHA and other applicable regulatory compliance activities.
• Maintain required documentation, inspections, certifications, and records within the scope of the position.
• Coordinate responses to regulatory inspections, audits, or inquiries as assigned.
• Partner with HR, management, and outside consultants as appropriate on safety and compliance matters.
• Escalate significant compliance risks or unresolved safety concerns to management in a timely manner.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, root-cause analysis, 5S, or other appropriate improvement methodologies.
• Establish measurable objectives for process improvements and track results.
• Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, downtime, rework, labor requirements, and safety risks.
• Help develop a culture of continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing operation.

Qualifications

Required:

-         Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar

-         3-5 years professional experience in an engineering-based role

-         2+ years professional experience in a manufacturing environment

-         Previous safety and compliance experience

-         Physical requirements include:

o  Must be able to work onsite daily in Superior, Wisconsin

o  Able to traverse manufacturing work floor, including walking stairs, sitting, bending, squatting, and standing

o  Able to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds on occasion

Preferred:

-         Hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting

-         Formal safety credentials or coursework (OSHA 30 or similar)

-         Lean Six Sima certified (Green blet or better)

-         Experience Sourcing and specifying capital equipment and tooling