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

FURST-MCNESS COMPANY • Cordele, GA

2d • $24 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

Benefits

• 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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED