Job Details: Job Location: Live Oak, FL - Live Oak, FL, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Furst-McNess Company is hiring a full-time Quality & Safety Technician for our Live Oak, FL location.    Starting Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour (compensation will be determined by shift schedule, 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, 6:30am to 3:00pm (with available overtime as needed)  Work Location: 9282 97 Ln, Live Oak, FL 32060  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  Qualifications: