New · posted Oct 15
Merit Medical Systems · Medical Devices
Quality Control Technician
- Arden Hills, MN
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
Open until filled
The role
COMMENTS
Infectious Control Risk Category II:
The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.
As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:
* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights
* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)
* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic
* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias
* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes
* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays
* 401K | Health Savings Account
To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.
Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.
Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.
What you need
SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma.
• A minimum of three years of work related experience.
• Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
• Knowledge of various tooling and testing equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSnice to have
• Knowledge of manufacturing practices and ISO requirements.
• Experience working in a medical device environment.
COMPETENCIES
• Organization
• Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork
• Written and Verbal Communication
What you'll do
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED
• Performs inspections of purchased parts, subassemblies, or finished goods according to defined procedures.
• Accurately documents the results of the inspections and testing.
• Assists in developing or updating inspection procedures as needed.
• Generates Nonconforming Material Reports (NCMR) for products not meeting specifications.
• Tracks and maintains NCMR’s through the Quality Management System.
• Generates Certificate of Compliance documentation for finished good product.
• Coordinates annual calibration with outside calibration services.
• Coordinates annual cleanroom certification with outside cleanroom certification service.
• Supports monthly monitoring and trending meetings.
• Submits Bioburden and endotoxin samples to outside testing facility.
• Reviews Device History Records and other documents for compliance with established procedures.
• Performs a variety of other tasks and related work, as required.
Pay and benefits
$48,000 – $64,000 a year
Employer providedPay Range: $23-31 per hour
Medical/Dental & other insurances
Low-cost onsite medical clinic
3weeks
3 weeks vacation, 1 week sick time, paid holidays
401(k)
Health Savings Account
Multiple shift options
Where you'll work
Arden Hills, MNOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
More jobs in Arden Hills, MNWorking conditions
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
• Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply.
• Writing
• Sitting
• Standing
• Bending
• Visual acuity
• Color perception
• Depth perception
• Reading
• Field of vision/peripheral
From the posting
About Merit Medical Systems
Why Merit?
At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 15, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 7% below the US median for Quality Control roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in Minnesota15 roles publishing pay
Associate & Specialist roles in the US100 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $48,000 | — | $64,000 |
| Minnesota (middle half) | $48,000 | $49,500 | $57,500 |
| All US (middle half) | $49,375 | $60,000 | $76,125 |
This role: Merit Medical Systems's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Control roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 15, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Control
The general path across 275 open Quality Control roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Merit Medical Systems's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 35 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Documentation and SOPs7
- GMP and compliance5
- Collaboration and leadership4
- Lab testing and methods3
- Investigations and CAPA1
- Quality systems and risk1
- Data and digital systems1
Company hiring pulse
Merit Medical Systems on Regulatory Jobs
- 4
- Open roles
- 4
- Distinct roles
- 2
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality4 100%
By level
- Senior & Principal2 50%
- Associate & Specialist2 50%
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Quality Control Technician at Merit Medical Systems
Open until filled. $48K–$64K a year, employer provided.