Pre-Employment Drug Testing
Warehouse and logistics roles often tested, retail less.


Drug test information last updated May 1, 2026.
Target applies drug testing selectively, often for safety-sensitive roles.
Does Target drug test?
✔ Sometimes ⚠️
Type
Urine test
When
Pre-employment, post-incident
Roles most tested
Warehouse, drivers, security
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United States (General): Safety-sensitive tested more often.
Warehouse and logistics roles often tested, retail less.
Testing may occur after incidents.
Warehouse staff report more testing than store clerks.
Director of Engineering - AI Security
Food & Beverage Team Leader
Target Security Specialist
4am Inbound (Stocking) (T0624)
Food & Beverage Team Leader
Specialty Sales Team Leader
Target security specialist
Sr HR Specialist
Starbucks Barista
GM and Food (General Merchandise, Closing, Fulfillment, Inbound, Food & Beverage) (T3411)
This information is provided for general guidance only and may vary by employer, location, and changes in law or company policy. Always review your official offer and onboarding paperwork. Source: Data from research on career sites and employee policy documentation.