Quality Control Technician - Warehouse… at Furst-McNess… · Lodi

Furst-McNess Company is hiring a full-time Quality Control Technician (Warehouse) for our Lodi, WI location.

Starting Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 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, warehouse/production environment

Core Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday 4pm to 1am; Friday 3pm to 7pm (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 Warehouse Quality Control Technician is responsible for inspecting outgoing shipments to ensure customer orders are accurate, complete, and meet company quality standards. This role focuses on verifying product quantities, identifying damaged or incorrect materials, and preventing shipping errors. The positions work closely with warehouse and operations teams to identify and resolve discrepancies while also supporting the onsite Quality and Safety team with inspections, documentation and other quality and safety initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect outgoing pallets and shipments to verify product accuracy, bag counts, quantities, and order completeness against customer orders and shipping documentation

• Inspect outgoing pallets for proper stacking, wrapping, labeling, and overall condition before shipment

• Identify and report missing bags, incorrect products, damaged packaging, and other shipment discrepancies

• Verify corrections are completed before shipment

• Inspect incoming materials to ensure compliance with quality standards

• Assist the onsite Quality and Safety team with routine safety observations and inspections.

• Assist in incident and complaint investigations by gathering information, documenting findings, and supporting corrective action tracking

• Review production, receiving, and compliance documentation for completeness, accuracy, and traceability

• Assist in identifying, documenting, and segregating damaged or non-conforming products.

• Assist in periodic and ad hoc inventory reviews to ensure ERP system accuracy

• Support the Quality & Safety Manager in the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of facility safety, quality, and food safety SOPs

• Maintain accurate logs, records, and documentation to support audits and regulatory requirements

• Assist in product review and release as required

• Assist in root cause review, identification, and corrective action implementation

• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Previous experience in warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, or quality inspection preferred

• Experience in roles such as Safety Technician, EHS Technician, QA/QC Technician, or Compliance Technician is a plus

• Forklift experience or ability to obtain company forklift certification required

• Basic working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, FSMA, or similar standards 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. frequently

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