AOI Operator

Non-Exempt / Hourly

Monday - Thursday 7am-4:30pm

Job Summary

The AOI Operator ensures in-process or final product meets specifications before being provided for further processing or shipment to the customer.

Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

• Accurately perform automated optical (AOI) inspection of assemblies in production mode.
• Perform equipment non-routine and weekly/monthly preventative maintenance.
• Act as an authorized agent to stop production when nonconformances are noted and report any errors or major discrepancies to the production lead and/or management immediately, so immediate corrective action may be taken.
• Record all AOI daily run information, keep accurate and detailed records.
• Keep rejected products segregated from accepted. 
• Assist with visual inspection, as needed.
• Responsible for compliance to Virtex’s Quality Management System and other regulatory and statutory requirements as required by the customer.
• Accountable for accepting responsibility for continuous on the job training by actively participating in training put on by designated Virtex employees and/or any outside service.
• Actively participate in quality efforts and support the Virtex Quality Policy through accountable action.
• Understand all production processes that relate to inspection; use industry standards and good judgement in determining acceptable standards. Read and comprehend documentation relating to phases of production, such as customer-supplied blueprints, parts lists, etc.

Education & Qualification

• Must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Due to ITAR Restrictions, US Citizenship or green card is required.  
• High School diploma or General Education degree (GED) preferred, or 6 months’ related work experience.

Work Experience – Technical knowledge

• 6 months related work experience.
• AOI and/or Inspection of electronic assembly helpful, inspection experience preferred.

Professional Skills

• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents such as standard operation procedures, blueprints, and other related documents.

Behavioral / Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.   
• Strong organizational skills.
• Multi-tasking and able to adjust to changing priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, and/or J-STD-001 is a plus.

Physical Demand

• Ability to lift, push and pull 10 to 45 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to focus. 

Work Environment

• Flexibility to work extra hours when needed, including weekends.
• Able to work under pressure and with tight timelines.
• Must have advanced working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office products of Excel, Word.

Safety Requirement

• Understand and follow safety procedures within the organization

VIRTEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. VIRTEX is an ITAR compliance employer, every employee must be US citizen or permanent resident (valid green card holder).