AOI/AXI Operator

Rocket-Ems; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket EMS is seeking an AOI/AXI Operator to verify PCB assemblies meet quality standards. You will operate, program, and maintain AOI/AXI systems, conduct first article verifications, and escalate defects in a fast-paced production environment.

You will review documentation, verify solder joints, component alignment, and hidden connections, and ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 Class 2/3 and customer requirements. Attention to detail and IPC knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience with AOI/AXI equipment and PCB inspection processes
• Strong knowledge of IPC standards and quality procedures
• Excellent attention to detail and decision-making in fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

• Review MPI, Deviations, ECOs and Customer Requirements prior to inspection.
• Operate and set up AOI and AXI equipment to inspect PCB assemblies.
• Perform First Article Inspections and verify IPC-A-610 Class 2 and 3 compliance.
• Analyze inspection data and images to identify, classify and disposition defects.
• Verify solder joint quality, component alignment, polarity, and hidden connections (BGAs, QFNs).
• Stop production and escalate defects as needed.

Job description

As anAOI/AXI Operator at Rocket EMS, you will play a critical role in verifying that our PCB assemblies meet the highest quality and reliability standards. You’ll be responsible for operating, programming, and maintaining automated optical and X-ray inspection systems, performing first article verifications, and ensuring defects are accurately identified and escalated. This position requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of IPC standards, and the ability to make confident quality decisions in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

Review job documentation (MPI, Deviations, ECOs, and Customer Requirements) prior to inspection.

Operate and set up AOI and AXI equipment to perform inspections on PCB assemblies.

Perform First Article Inspections and verify compliance with IPC-A-610 (Class 2 and 3) and customer standards.

Analyze inspection data and images to accurately identify, classify, and disposition defects.

Verify solder joint quality, component alignment, polarity, and hidden solder connections (e.g., BGAs, QFNs) through AOI/AXI systems.

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