Quality Control Technician Jobs in Minnesota

Quality Control Technician jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in food and beverage manufacturing, medical devices, and industrial machinery, with demand at every level from entry-level inspectors to senior process quality roles. The busiest hiring markets are Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Rochester, and the Saint Cloud corridor, where companies like Cargill, Medtronic, and 3M maintain large manufacturing and R&D operations. The most in-demand specialties include ISO compliance, statistical process control, and medical device quality assurance under FDA regulatory frameworks. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerProMed Molded Products
Top cityMinneapolis, MN
Cities hiring28
Work type86% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Enzymology Research Center
Quality Control Technician
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Quality Control Technician
Enzymology Research Center
Miltona, Minnesota
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
On-Site
11-50

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Genesis Global Group
Loan Quality Control Specialist
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Genesis Global Group
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Loan Quality Control Specialist
Genesis Global Group
Edina, Minnesota
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$28 - $36/hr
Associate's degree in accounting

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Anteris Technologies
Quality Control Inspector
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Anteris Technologies
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Quality Control Inspector
Anteris Technologies
Maple Grove, Minnesota
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$26 - $31/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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WELLS
Quality Control Technician I
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Quality Control Technician I
WELLS
Wells, Minnesota
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$22.29 - $31.21/hr
1,001-5,000

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Padagis LLC
Quality Control Chemist II
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Padagis LLC
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Quality Control Chemist II
Padagis LLC
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$24 - $32/hr
Associate's degree
1,001-5,000

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Quality Control Technician Jobs by City in Minnesota

Where Minnesota roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Minneapolis
9 jobs
Plymouth
4 jobs
Saint Paul
3 jobs
Blaine
2 jobs
Chaska
2 jobs
Montrose
2 jobs
Maple Grove
2 jobs
Edina
1 job
Wells
1 job

Quality Control Technician Job Market in Minnesota

A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

ProMed Molded Products
ProMed Molded Products3 open roles
TRELLEBORG
TRELLEBORG2 open roles
Padagis
Padagis2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Minnesota Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality control technician jobs across Minnesota.

  • High school diploma or associate degree in a technical, manufacturing, or science field
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards and documentation practices
  • Experience operating measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices relevant to food, medical device, or industrial sectors
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
  • Proficiency with quality management software and basic statistical process control methods

Quality Control Technician Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality control technician in Minnesota?

Minnesota does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality control technician, so entry typically starts with a high school diploma or an associate degree in manufacturing technology, chemistry, or a related field from a Minnesota State college or technical school. Employers in medical devices and food manufacturing strongly prefer candidates who have completed coursework aligned with FDA and ISO standards. Earning an American Society for Quality certification, such as the Certified Quality Inspector credential, makes candidates significantly more competitive in Minnesota's hiring market.

Which companies hire quality control technicians in Minnesota?

Minnesota quality control technician roles are posted by ProMed Molded Products, TRELLEBORG, and Padagis and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minnesota's deep concentration of medical device manufacturers, food processors, and precision industrial firms means openings appear consistently across the state year-round.

Which Minnesota cities have the most quality control technician jobs?

Minneapolis, Plymouth, and Saint Paul account for the largest share of quality control technician openings in Minnesota. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro anchors demand through its dense cluster of medical device companies, food and agriculture processors, and large industrial manufacturers, while Rochester benefits heavily from the medical and life sciences presence anchored by major health institutions and device suppliers in that region.

Are there remote quality control technician jobs in Minnesota?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality control technician work is largely hands-on and tied to physical production environments, so fully remote positions are uncommon in Minnesota. About 14% of quality control technician openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to concentrate in documentation-heavy or audit-focused roles rather than floor inspection work.

How can I get hired as a quality control technician in Minnesota with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to production technician or manufacturing associate roles at Minnesota food processors or medical device companies, where employers like Cargill and Boston Scientific subsidiaries regularly hire people without direct quality experience and train them on internal quality systems. Minnesota State technical colleges offer short-term quality control certificates that carry weight with local hiring managers. A lateral move from a production operator or lab assistant role is a common and recognized route into quality functions at Minnesota manufacturers.

Where can I find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Minnesota?

You can find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings updated in real time. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly through each listing.

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