AOI Technician

JR United Kingdom; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electronic manufacturing is seeking an AOI Technician to join their production team. The role involves operating AOI systems for PCB inspection, optimizing inspection programs, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure high-quality standards. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in PCB inspection, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with AOI systems.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in PCB inspection or AOI operation.
• Experience in SMT/THT & electronics manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain AOI systems for PCB inspection.
• Develop and refine AOI programs to enhance defect detection.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams on improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Basic machine programming

Troubleshooting skills

Tools

AOI systems (Koh Young, Cyber Optics, etc.)

Job description

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Day Shift - Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Are you experienced in Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and looking for a new opportunity in electronic manufacturing? We are seeking an AOI Technician to join our clients production team, ensuring the highest quality standards in PCB assembly.

Role Overview:

As an AOI Technician, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining AOI systems to inspect PCBs for defects, optimize inspection programs, and collaborate with production and quality teams to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Programme and run AOI equipment to detect defects in PCB assemblies.

Develop and refine AOI programs to improve defect detection and minimize false calls.

Identify, analyse, and verify defects, working closely with engineers to enhance inspection accuracy.

Maintain inspection records and generate defect reports to support process improvements.

Perform routine calibration and maintenance of AOI machines to ensure peak performance.

Work alongside production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and enhance efficiency.

What We're Looking For:

Experience with AOI systems such as Koh Young, Cyber Optics, Mirtec, Omron, Yestech, or similar.

Strong understanding of PCB assembly processes, SMT (Surface Mount Technology), and common soldering defects.

Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards for electronic assembly inspection.

Basic machine programming and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

1-3 years in PCB inspection, AOI operation, or a similar role within electronic manufacturing.

Hands-on role within an SMT/THT & electronics manufacturing setting.

May require standing for extended periods and handling small components.

If you have AOI experience and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a high-quality manufacturing team, we'd love to hear from you!