Quality & Safety Technician - 1st Shift (Mon-Fri)

Furst-McNess Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Furst-McNess Company is seeking a full-time Quality & Safety Technician for our Lodi, WI facility. The role supports safety, quality, and environmental compliance, conducting inspections, collecting samples, maintaining records, and aiding training to promote a safe and compliant workplace.

The position is Monday–Friday, 5:00am – 1:30pm with potential overtime. Starting pay is $24.00-$29.00 per hour, onsite with comprehensive benefits and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in safety, quality, compliance, or similar roles is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine safety, quality, and facility inspections using established checklists.
• Observe daily practices and reinforce safe behaviors and proper equipment use.
• Assist in incident investigations and track corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Safety training

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

# Quality & Safety Technician - 1st Shift (Mon-Fri)Lodi, WI - Lodi, WI 53555## Description**Furst-McNess Company**is looking to add a full-time**Quality & Safety Technician**at our **Lodi, WI** location.**Starting Pay Range**: $24.00-$29.00 per hour (*compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process*)**Pay Type**: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weekly**Work Setting**: Onsite, Production/Warehouse environment**Core Work Schedule**: Monday–Friday, 5:00am – 1:30pm (*with available overtime as needed*)**Work Location**: 9077 Schutz Road, Lodi, WI 53555**Benefit Package:**We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‐life balance. See our benefits summary below.**POSITION SUMMARY:**The Quality & Safety Technician supports compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards across Company facilities. This role helps ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies by conducting inspections, collecting samples, maintaining records, and supporting training and continuous improvement efforts. The position works closely with operations teams to promote a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:* Perform routine safety, quality, and facility inspections using established checklists and procedures* Observe daily work practices and reinforce safe behaviors and proper equipment use* Assist in incident and complaint investigations by gathering information, documenting findings, and supporting corrective action tracking* Collect, label, document, maintain, and test product, ingredient, environmental, or other required samples in accordance with established procedures* Review production, receiving, and compliance documentation for completeness, accuracy, and traceability* Support environmental compliance tasks, including inspections, waste handling verification, and recordkeeping* Assist with delivery of safety, quality, and compliance training using prepared materials* Assist in the identification, segregation, documentation, disposition, review, and release of non-conforming materials or products, as applicable* Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety, quality, food safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs)* Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation to support audits, inspections, regulatory requirements, and compliance programs* Participate in internal audits and inspections by gathering data and documenting observations* Assist with inventory control, reconciliation, and documentation of regulated or controlled materials, as applicable* Track identified issues and follow up to ensure timely completion of corrective actions* May travel between facilities as needed to complete assigned inspections and tasks* Perform other related duties as assigned**QUALIFICATIONS**:* High school diploma or equivalent required* Additional training or coursework in safety, environmental health, or quality systems preferred* 2+ years of experience in safety, quality, compliance, or a similar hands-on role in manufacturing, agriculture/feed production, or industrial environments preferred* Experience in roles such as Safety Technician, EHS Technician, QA/QC Technician, or Compliance Technician is a plus* Basic working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, FSMA, or similar standards preferred* PCQI certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred* Ability to read, write, and speak English* Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow procedures and document work* Good organizational and communication skills* Ability to manage multiple assigned tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel* Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record* Ability to work in industrial environments, including climbing stairs or ladders, and perform physical tasks* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally**About Furst-McNess Company**:For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‐first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “**Doing What’s Right**” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at **https://www.mcness.com/*** **Locations**: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.**Our Culture**:At Furst-McNess, we strive to:* Understand that being great is a choice* Never settle for average or “good enough”* Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better* Work as a team* Value and respect one another* Earn trust through our actions* Act in a safe and professional manner at all times* Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity* Deliver on the commitments we make* Invest in our professional and personal development* Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success* Have fun and celebrate our successes**Benefit Package Summary**:* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)* 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%* Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays* 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents* Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually* Safety Boot Reimbursement* PPE provided