Test Technician Jobs in Essex, MA

A Test Technician in the quality control industry plays a critical role in ensuring that products meet set safety, functionality, and quality standards. They conduct rigorous tests on various product samples, recording and analyzing test data, maintaining testing equipment, and compiling comprehensive reports on their findings. They coordinate with the manufacturing team to identify and rectify any defects, errors, or problems detected during testing. This role requires high attention to detail and significant technical knowledge. Their findings are crucial in decision-making procedures concerning product release, further development, and improvements.

Essential skills for a Test Technician include troubleshooting, technical aptitude, precision, and knowledge in the use of testing equipment and software. They should be proficient in data interpretation and report preparation, and have excellent communication skills. A certification such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) could be a huge advantage. Before becoming a Test Technician, a person may hold roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Maintenance Technician. These roles provide valuable experience in quality checking, machinery handling, and understanding of manufacturing processes which are fundamental for a Test Technician role.

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Electrical Test Technician

  • Munters
  • Amesbury, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Amesbury, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Electrical Test Technician Location: Amesbury, MA Company: Munters Salary: $28.50/hr. - $36.04/hr....

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PCB Electrical Test Technician

  • HighRes Biosolutions
  • Beverly, MA (6 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Beverly, MA (6 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago

article inspections, functional sign-offs, and production test station troubleshooting.Maintain thorough documentation of test procedures, results, non-conformances, and repair actions in the document...

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Engineering Test Technician

  • Textron
  • Wilmington, MA (20 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (20 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 8 days ago

maintain test laboratory & equipment Conduct assembly and inspection operations for complex explosive and electromechanical devices Support program, engineering, and external organizations during test...

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Product Quality Technician

  • Straumann Group
  • Andover, MA (19 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Andover, MA (19 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Summary of Position: Provide support to Quality and Manufacturing in the areas of Quality Control and Product release. Participate in activities such as inspecting and testing products to ensure...

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High Voltage Power Electronics Test Tech

  • Excelitas Technologies
  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Summary Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, delivering market-driven solutions across photonics, detection, imaging, and illumination technologies. Our products...

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RF Test Tech 5

  • Honeywell Aerospace
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 13 days ago

As a Test Technician Level 5, you'll perform operational testing on a variety of moderately complex RF and microwave production components of varying complexity....

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Electrical Test Tech Lead

  • WHOOP
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

) and version control (Git) Extensive hands-on lab experience including use of oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and similar equipment Strong problem solving and analytical skills with...

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Test Technician

  • Johnson Controls International
  • Burlington, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burlington, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Test Technician Cooling performance limits high-power computing, semi-conductor fab, cell networks, photonics, power electronics, and most of our digital world....

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Assembler/Test Tech (Level 2)

  • North Reading, MA (16 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Reading, MA (16 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Test Execution and debug module builds Ability to problem solve through creative and analytical thinking Identify root causes and pursue corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence of faults on assembly...

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Optical Test Technician

  • II-VI Incorporated
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

tweezers Handle optical components according to instructions Skills and experience Steady hands and good eyesight Attention to details Ability to strictly follow instructions and execute tests per the test...

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Test Technician/Functional Tester

  • Hitachi
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Document test plans, results, and protocols with accuracy and clarity. Host and support customers, auditors, and certification personnel during witnessed testing....

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High Voltage Power - Test Technician

  • Excelitas Technologies
  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Troubleshoots product and or equipment issues under the direction of senior level test technician/engineers. Tests and evaluates customer returned merchandise....

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Electronics Test Technician - 1st Shift

  • RTX
  • Essex, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Essex, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Electronics Test Technician performs moderately complex testing, troubleshooting and acceptance of production, deliverable material on pre-production and development systems, infrared devices, lowest...

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Electronics Test Technician - 2nd Shift

  • RTX
  • Essex, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Essex, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Electronics Test Technician perform moderately complex testing, troubleshooting and acceptance of production, deliverable material on pre-production and development systems, infrared devices, lowest...

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Test Technician

  • Hitachi
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

We are currently seeking 2nd and 3rd shift Test Technicians to join our Power Grids division and perform general labor to manufacture world-class liquid-filled transformers for the distribution & power...

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Demographic Data for Essex, MA

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Salary for Test Technician Jobs in Essex, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireQualityControl research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Test Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Test Technicians in Essex, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.6%
Associate's Degree
20.1%
High School or GED
19.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.1%
Master's Degree
10.5%
Some College
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Test Technicians in Essex, MA
4-6 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
2-4 years
18.5%
None
11.1%
6-8 years
7.4%



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