AOI/AXI Quality Inspector — IPC Expert, Growth Path

Rocket-Ems; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV is seeking an AOI/AXI Operator to verify PCB assemblies meet quality standards. You will operate, program, and maintain automated optical and X-ray inspection systems, perform first article verifications, and escalate defects as needed.

The role requires IPC-A-610 certification, strong IPC knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. Growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits accompany a stable day shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Minimum 2 years in electronics inspection, AOI, or AXI operations within a contract manufacturing or similar environment.
• IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification (required).
• Strong understanding of IPC workmanship standards (Class 2 and 3).
• Hands-on experience with AOI/AXI equipment (e.g., Koh Young, YXLON, Orbotech, or similar systems).
• Ability to interpret inspection images, read blueprints, assembly drawings, and BOMs.
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to detect subtle and hidden defects.

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 through AOI/AXI systems.
• Stop production and escalate immediately if major defects or systemic issues are identified.
• Document inspection results, generate daily quality pass-downs, and communicate findings to leads/supervisors.
• Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure no jobs proceed without proper authorization.
• Support bottleneck areas or other inspection needs as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
• Follow and enforce all procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, safety, and equipment maintenance.
• Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.

Skills

IPC workmanship standards (Class 2 & 3

AOI/AXI operation

Inspect images & read blueprints/BOMs

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

English communication

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Koh Young AOI

YXLON AXI

Orbotech AOI/AXI

Job description

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV is seeking an AOI/AXI Operator to verify PCB assemblies meet quality standards. You will operate, program, and maintain automated optical and X-ray inspection systems, perform first article verifications, and escalate defects as needed.

The role requires IPC-A-610 certification, strong IPC knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. Growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits accompany a stable day shift.