Precision PCB AOI/AXI Inspector

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

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV seeks an AOI/AXI Operator to program, operate, and maintain automated optical and X-ray inspection systems for PCB assemblies. You will verify first article inspections, identify defects, and escalate issues in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have IPC-A-610 certification, 2+ years in AOI/AXI inspection, and strong attention to detail. This role offers growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a stable schedule with 8-hour

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in electronics inspection, AOI, or AXI operations in a contract manufacturing or similar environment.
• IPC-A-610 certification (Class 2 and 3) is required.
• Strong understanding of IPC workmanship standards and ability to interpret inspection images.

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 identify, classify, and disposition defects.
• Verify solder joint quality and component alignment through AOI/AXI systems.
• Stop production and escalate if major defects or systemic issues are identified.
• Document inspection results and communicate findings to leads/supervisors.
• Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure proper authorization before proceeding.
• Support bottleneck areas or other inspection needs as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
• Follow procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, safety, and equipment maintenance.
• Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.

Skills

AOI/AXI ops

IPC-A-610

BGA inspection

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Koh Young AOI

YXLON AXI

Orbotech AXI

Job description

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV seeks an AOI/AXI Operator to program, operate, and maintain automated optical and X-ray inspection systems for PCB assemblies. You will verify first article inspections, identify defects, and escalate issues in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have IPC-A-610 certification, 2+ years in AOI/AXI inspection, and strong attention to detail. This role offers growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a stable schedule with 8-hour