QA Technician Jobs in Blaine, MN

A Failure Analysis Engineer within the quality control industry specializes in diagnosing and rectifying component and product failures. They investigate potential product failures, determine the root cause, and develop comprehensive reports, including corrective actions, to eliminate future occurrences. They often work in cross-functional teams, liaising with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments, to ensure products meet specified standards and performance criteria. Their work is vital in enhancing product reliability and improving customer satisfaction.

Potential candidates for this role should have a strong understanding of engineering principles, robust problem-solving skills, and a knack for statistical analysis. They should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with some roles requiring advanced specialization or certification such as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE). Excellent communication skills are crucial, as they often need to explain complex technical issues in layman's terms to stakeholders. Before becoming a Failure Analysis Engineer, one might start their career in roles such as a Process Engineer, Quality Engineer, or Product Development Engineer.

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Project QA Technician II

  • Minnetronix Medical
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Project QA Technician II Minnetronix Medical - 3.3 Saint Paul, MN Job Details $65,000 - $75,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Content creation...

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Quality Technician III Non-Exempt

  • Planet Pharma Group
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (9 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (9 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 5 days ago

HM's Top Needs: 1. Competence at improving manufacturing processes 2. MS Word competence including updating documents and gathering feedback 3. Good at interacting with production staff such as...

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Quality Technician - Medical

  • Doherty Staffing Solutions
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 5 days ago

systems and databases Support calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and traceability requirements What You Need to Bring to the Quality...

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Quality Technician II

  • Entegee, Inc.
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (9 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (9 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Quality Technician responsible for manufacturing quality testing, inspection, production record review, process improvement support, documentation updates, and compliance checks. Job Requirements...

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Quality Technician

  • Elucent Medical Inc
  • Eden Prairie, MN (19 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (19 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago

quality management systems software preferred....

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Wilbert Inc. Quality Technician

  • Marmon Holdings, Inc
  • White Bear Lake, MN (13 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • White Bear Lake, MN (13 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago

WILBERT INC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway-you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better...

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Quality Technician/Compounder

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (9 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (9 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Quality Technician / Compounder Job Description The Quality Technician / Compounder produces paint and related products by setting up, operating, and tending mixing and blending equipment for...

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Quality Technician II - 1st shift

  • Boston Scientific
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's...

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Quality Technician (Receiving Inspection) - Multiple Shifts

  • nVent
  • Anoka, MN (11 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anoka, MN (11 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Management Systems (QMS) preferred Skills: Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks is key to being successful in this role...

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Quality Assurance Associate - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Ready to proactively identify problems with products and goods? In manufacturing and industrial environments, that's what quality assurance (QA) specialists and technicians do best. If you have...

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Associate Quality Technician - Weekend Shift (Fri-Sun 6am-6pm)

  • Sportech
  • Elk River, MN (20 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Elk River, MN (20 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 9 days ago

Sportech is a rapidly growing company in Elk River, MN. We are looking for talented people who wish to join a values-based company that desires to help our people and customers win. We design,...

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2nd shift Quality Technician II

  • Abbott
  • Minnetonka, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (17 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 10 days ago

You will assure all products conform to the establish compliance requirements within Abbott's Quality Management System....

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Senior Supplier Quality Technician

  • 3205 St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, I
  • Plymouth, MN (14 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (14 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Minnesota > Plymouth : 5050 Nathan Lane N ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more...

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S Quality Technician

  • Hood Packaging
  • Arden Hills, MN (6 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Arden Hills, MN (6 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 13 days ago

. • Aid in implementing and maintaining the Hood Packaging Quality Management system....

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Quality Technician II

  • Careers Integrated Resources Inc
  • Maple Grove, MN (12 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (12 miles from Blaine, MN)
  • 13 days ago

Title: Quality Technician II Location: Maple Grove, MN (Onsite) Duration: 12 Months+ Possible Extension Shift- 1st (08:00:AM - 04:30:PM) Pay Range: $20-$25.52/hr. Description: Job Purpose This...

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Demographic Data for Blaine, MN

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Salary for QA Technician Jobs in Blaine, MN

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Highest Education Level

QA Technicians in Blaine, MN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.7%
High School or GED
17.3%
Master's Degree
15.9%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Technicians in Blaine, MN
None
43.9%
2-4 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
14.4%
1-2 years
10.9%
4-6 years
9.5%
10+ years
0.7%
8-10 years
0.7%



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