Lead Test Operator (PCB/Flex PCB)

OSI Electronics; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health savings account

Paid time off

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

OSI Electronics is looking for an Electrical Test Lead Operator in Santa Clara, California. The successful candidate will oversee electrical testing within the Flexible PCB production line, ensuring quality and reliability. Responsibilities include training team members, performing tests, and troubleshooting issues. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in PCB testing, and a High School Diploma. Competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and various incentives are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Minimum of 3+ years in PCB or Flexible PCB electrical testing.
• Must be able to read and interpret PCB drawings, Gerber files, and test specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and delegate work activities to team members.
• Perform set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of flexible printed circuits.
• Lead daily activities of the electrical test team.

Skills

Electrical testing experience

Leadership capabilities

Understanding of electrical test principles

Ability to read schematics

Time management skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Flying probe testers

Fixture testers

Job description

Job Overview

Altaflex, a division of OSI Electronics, is seeking an Electrical Test Lead Operator to join their team. The ideal candidate will oversee electrical testing operations within the Flexible PCB production line. This role is critical to ensuring product quality, process reliability, and on‑time delivery. The candidate must have hands‑on electrical testing experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of flexible circuit manufacturing tests and result documentation. This role is responsible for training team members and overseeing the work of the electrical test team.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and delegate work activities to other members of the team; lead training and cross‑training on procedures, electrical test methods.
• Perform set‑up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of flexible printed circuits.
• Operate, program, and maintain electrical test equipment using ATG 7 flying probe.
• Perform tests and document results. Debugging and rework as needed.
• Prepare certificates, spreadsheets, graphs, and reports.
• Perform electrical testing to verify continuity, isolation, and impedance parameters.
• Troubleshoot electrical failures and determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Lead daily activities of the electrical test team, including task assignments, training, and performance support.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a senior‑management member any quality problems or defects for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; experience may be substituted for a degree. Higher education is desired.
• Minimum of 3+ years in PCB or Flexible PCB electrical testing.
• Must be able to read schematics.
• Experience with flying probe testers, fixture testers, or similar automated test systems is needed.
• Must be able to read and interpret PCB drawings, Gerber files, and test specifications.
• Strong understanding of electrical test principles: continuity, isolation, impedance, resistance, and short detection is needed.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Prior experience in a leadership role having trained or supervised operators desired.
• Must have excellent time management skills and ability to multi‑task and prioritize projects.
• Written and verbal communication skills in English are essential.

Benefits

Pay may range $27.00 to $29.00 hourly. The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job‑related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations. Base salary is one component of your total rewards package. You may be eligible for long‑term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discounted rate through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP). OSI also offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits. In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. Full‑time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time‑off.

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