Position Title: AOI Operator
Department: Quality / Production
Reports To: Quality Supervisor / Production Supervisor
Position Summary
The AOI Operator is responsible for operating Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment to inspect printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and ensure compliance with quality standards. The operator identifies, records, and verifies defects, ensuring defective products are flagged for rework, repair, or scrap according to company procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate AOI machines according to production schedules and inspection criteria.
- Load and unload PCBAs into AOI equipment and monitor the inspection process.
- Review and verify defect images flagged by AOI, distinguishing between true defects and false calls.
- Document and classify inspection results in accordance with quality reporting standards.
- Communicate defects to production, quality, and engineering teams for corrective actions.
- Perform routine calibration, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of AOI equipment.
- Follow ESD, safety, and quality control procedures at all times.
- Support continuous improvement by suggesting process or inspection enhancements.
- Assist with training new operators or cross-functional staff as required.
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or technical certification; associate degree in electronics or related field preferred.
- Experience in PCB/PCBA manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
- Hands-on experience operating AOI equipment (e.g., Koh Young, Mirtec, CyberOptics, or similar).
- Ability to read and interpret PCB assembly drawings, component placement, and IPC-A-610 workmanship standards.
- Good computer literacy and ability to use AOI software interfaces.
- Strong attention to detail, visual acuity, and ability to distinguish small features/defects.
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while operating equipment.
- Ability to lift PCBs or trays up to 25 lbs.
- Work is performed in a controlled electronics manufacturing environment with ESD protection.
Founded in 1978, Elemaster is a global manufacturer of high-tech electronic equipment for the railways, avionics, medical, automotive, industrial, and energy sectors. Based in Italy, the North American headquarters is located in Duluth, GA. Today, the US organization has 100+ employees. Elemaster is a dynamic and international company that offers opportunities for professional and human growth to its employees through the assumption of increasing human development plan in an environment permeated by team spirit and oriented towards achieving results.
