Laboratory Technician

Fastenal Co.; Goodview (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Fastenal is hiring a Laboratory Technician in Winona, MN, for full-time work in a quality/engineering setting. You will test parts for performance, dimensional, mechanical and chemical attributes against standards or customer specs.

The position offers potential for a flexible schedule after onboarding and performance goals are met. The role requires strong communication, math aptitude, and familiarity with Office tools.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrate strong math aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Test product in an A2LA Accredited Laboratory.
• Collect and analyze test data with data entry.
• Communicate project status and results.
• Create documentation such as inspection instructions and test reports.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Math aptitude

Organization

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Ambition & integrity

Education

Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

Measuring tools

Inspection tools

Job description

Position Details - Laboratory Technician

Job ID 637162

Title Laboratory Technician

Type Full-time

Location Winona, MN55987

Departments Quality/Engineering

Date Published September 24, 2026

End Date 10-08-2026

Laboratory Technician

1801 Theurer Blvd, Winona, MN 55987

Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI All Hours Available

OVERVIEW

Working as a Full-time Laboratory Technician, you will use various tools and equipment types to test sample parts for performance, dimensional, mechanical and chemical attributes to determine if they are acceptable to established standards or customer requirements. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Testing product in an A2LA Accredited Laboratory
• Collecting and analyzing test data, and data entry
• Communicating project status and results
• Creating documentation, such as inspection instructions, reports on test results and certifications

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented
• Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
• Willingness to stand for long periods of time
• Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 75lbs
• Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess or working towards an associate's degree in a related field
• Prior experience using basic measuring equipment and inspection tools
• Possess an understanding of basic geometry

ABOUT US

Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution.

COMPENSATION

The pay range for this position is $42,000 - 60,000.