Test Technician Jobs in Michigan

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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Engineering Test Technician

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 11 hours ago

Description Engineering technician will be taking direction from an engineer on day to day. Will get trained on a handful of tests that are done in that group. 6 or so tests that would learn how...

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Test Technician I

  • Emerald Technologies
  • Saline, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Saline, MI
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY: Test Technician I is responsible for performing medium-to-high complexity tests, identifying failures, and resolving failures by troubleshooting to the component level, ensuring that the...

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Body & Chassis Test Technician - Afternoons - $1K Sign On Bonus-2

  • Amentum
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring Test Technicians to work at the Body and Chassis Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI....

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Test Tech - Compressors, Plant 3, 1st shift

  • trane technologies
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 3 days ago

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet...

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Test Technician (ADAS, Instrumentation, Software, and performance)

  • Technical Professionals Group
  • Fowlerville, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Fowlerville, MI
  • 3 days ago

Test Technician Overview: TPG is seeking motivated, dependable and safe Test Technicians to test vehicles and their systems for a research and development organization in Fowlerville, MI....

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Body & Chassis Test Technician - Afternoons - $1K Sign On Bonus-1

  • Amentum
  • Detroit, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring Test Technicians to work at the Body and Chassis Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI....

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Test Tech-1 P4 (Machinist)

  • trane technologies
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 11 days ago

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet...

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Engine Test Technician (135115)

  • Talascend SL, LLC
  • Livonia, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 11 days ago

Talascend is currently seeking an Engine Test Technician for a contract opportunity with our client in Livonia, Michigan....

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Test Technician

  • Nesco Resource
  • Troy, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 12 days ago

Utilize engineering specifications, drawings, certified electrical standards, and customer orders to ensure products meet all requirements. Inspect materials, processes, and mechanical/electrical...

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Test Technician

  • TUV SUD America
  • Lake Angelus, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Lake Angelus, MI
  • 13 days ago

This is an evergreen Test Technician role. We are not actively hiring at this moment, but we continually accept applications and maintain a talent pool....

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Body & Chassis Test Technician - Days - $1K Sign On Bonus-2

  • Amentum
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago

We are hiring Test Technicians to work at the Body and Chassis Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI....

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Body & Chassis Test Technician - Days - $1K Sign On Bonus-1

  • Amentum
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago

We are hiring Test Technicians to work at the Body and Chassis Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI....

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Engineering Test Technician

  • RealTruck
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 15 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Engineering Test Technician will provide hands on fabricating, assembling, testing, evaluating, and documenting related to light duty pick-up truck and Jeep accessory products in...

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Engine Lab Test Technician - Midnights

  • Amentum
  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 days ago

We are hiring Engine Test Technicians to work at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI....

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Engine Lab Test Technician - Afternoons

  • Amentum
  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 days ago

We are hiring Engine Test Technicians to work at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI....

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Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Test Technician Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan 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 Michigan
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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