BGA Operator-1

Flex; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is a diversified manufacturing partner offering design, build and delivery capabilities across markets. We are seeking a Quality Inspector to join our Austin area team and ensure inspections meet workmanship standards for electronics and assemblies.

Responsibilities include in-process go/no-go inspections, documenting outcomes, operating inspection equipment, and communicating process issues to peers and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school degree or equivalent, typically requires 5 years of related experience.
• IPC certified.

Responsibilities

• Sets up stations with correct process inspection documents, screens, and workflow instructions.
• Performs in-process and go/no-go inspections of electronics and subassemblies, identifying defects.
• Handles touch-up and repairs as needed to meet specifications.
• Interprets manufacturing process instructions, visual aids, or drawings (e.g., microscope views).
• Scans product and enters information into shop floor control or manual tracking systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading instructions

Math calculations

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

IPC Certification

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Principle Accountabilities

• Sets up stations with the correct process inspection documents, screens, and/or workflow instructions.
• Performs in process and online "go/no go" inspections of various types of electronics, subassemblies, peripherals or a larger assembly, identifying defects according to workmanship standards.
• Handles touch‑up and repairs.
• Interprets the manufacturing process instructions, visual aids/drawings (e.g. microscope and magnifying lenses).
• Scans product and enters information into the shop floor control system or manual tracking systems when applicable.
• Adjusts, trims or otherwise processes materials or components found on product in order to achieve specified electrical requirements or dimensional characteristics.
• Collaborates and ensures communication of process problems to peers, supervisors/leads and/or manufacturing support teams.
• Documents workload, calculating the number of products inspected and rejected.
• Creatively uses the necessary materials needed to perform repairing operations.
• Uses machines, such as an Automatic Inspection machine, to detect defects.

Education / Experience

Completion of a high school degree or equivalent. Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement and distance. Ability to use specialized equipment, perform complex assembly tasks, read and follow difficult instructions. Demonstrates broad knowledge of manufacturing line techniques and may improve processes. Applies new line technologies/ techniques.

Able to read and comprehend moderately complex instructions. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to other employees, leads and supervisors of the organization.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses

IPC certified.

Scope / Impact

Contributes to and improves techniques/ concepts.

Decision Making / Discretion

Decisions may affect other teams/lines. May make decisions or recommendations for team.

Supervision / Leadership

Requires little to no instruction. Requires little to no supervision.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to work that requires repetitive motion, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock and occasionally works in job assignments that may require overtime and 2nd or 3rd shift job assignments as required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to handle small components. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).