
R and D Test Technician
Maple Grove, MNFull-time / Temporary$25/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Job overview
The R&D Test Technician supports medical device testing and quality initiatives in a temporary assignment in Maple Grove. The role performs laboratory testing, collects and reports data, assists with product testing and quality investigations, and supports engineers with qualification and corrective action projects. Candidates need an associate degree in a science-related field or equivalent experience and at least three years of related laboratory or testing experience.
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Job Duties
Now Hiring: R&D Test Technician
Location: Maple Grove, MN
Pay Rate: $25.00/hour
Schedule: Full-Time
Are you looking to grow your laboratory and testing experience in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment? We are seeking a detail-oriented R&D Test Technician to support medical device testing and quality initiatives for a temporary assignment. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with laboratory experience, strong documentation skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality results.
Job Duties
Perform routine laboratory testing and record accurate results.
Collect, analyze, and report test data.
Troubleshoot testing issues and support continuous improvement efforts.
Maintain test documentation, forms, and data files.
Assist with product testing, failure analysis, and quality investigations.
Support engineers with qualification activities and corrective action projects.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and testing tools.
Communicate findings and testing results with cross-functional teams.
Experience Requirements
Associate degree in a science-related field or equivalent experience.
3+ years of related laboratory or testing experience.
Experience with analytical lab techniques such as weighing, pipetting, and data collection.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience in a regulated manufacturing or medical device environment is a plus.
Chemistry, biology, or product testing experience preferred.
Physical Capabilities
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter/Parking Accounts
People Perks Program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
AD&D Insurance
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If you're ready to put your laboratory and testing skills to work with a leading manufacturing team, apply today and take the next step in your career. This temporary opportunity won't last long!
The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.
About Us
Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.
Advantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.
Advantage Technical is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Minimum Education Required
Associate Degree
Minimum Experience Required
3 - 20 years
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$25.00 - $25.00 / Hourly
Postal Code
55311
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
2083933
Job Benefits
Not specified
How this job compares
Set against the 1,985 open Laboratory Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$25/hr
- Minnesota median$23–28/hr43 hourly ranges
- US median$22–26/hr960 hourly ranges
This rate, $25/hr, is close to the Minnesota median midpoint ($25/hr) — in the middle half of Laboratory Technician hourly ranges in Minnesota.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 55 open Laboratory Technician jobs in Minnesota and 1,985 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Minnesota
- Actalent8 open
- ManpowerGroup6 open
- Mayo Clinic5 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience — more than three in four Laboratory Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 1 year, across 848 postings).
- Education
- 279 of the 1,985 open Laboratory Technician jobs (14%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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