AOI/AXI Operator

Rocket EMS

Carson City, NV

On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have hands-on AOI/AXI experience in electronics manufacturing.

Best fit for

Candidates with AOI/AXI experience and IPC-A-610 certification in contract manufacturing settings
— “Minimum 2 years in electronics inspection, AOI, or AXI operations within a contract manufacturing or similar environment.”
Individuals who can detect subtle defects and operate inspection systems like Koh Young or YXLON
— “Highly detail-oriented with the ability to detect subtle and hidden defects.”
Those with a background in interpreting inspection data and blueprints for PCB assemblies
— “Ability to interpret inspection images, read blueprints, assembly drawings, and BOMs.”

Things to consider

Potential need for export-controlled data access, which may require specific eligibility
— “this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology.”
Candidates must be eligible for government authorization if not already meeting export-control eligibility
— “The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with IPC-A-610 Class 2 and 3 standards and defect classification in your resume
— “Perform First Article Inspections and verify compliance with IPC-A-610 (Class 2 and 3) and customer standards.”
Emphasize your ability to stop production for systemic issues and escalate them effectively
— “Stop production and escalate immediately if major defects or systemic issues are identified.”
Demonstrate your knowledge of handling ESD and MSD in electronics manufacturing during interviews
— “Follow and enforce all procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, safety, and equipment maintenance.”
Showcase your experience in generating quality reports and passing down findings to leads
— “Document inspection results, generate daily quality pass-downs, and communicate findings to leads/supervisors.”
Include specific AOI/AXI system experience (e.g., Koh Young, YXLON) on your resume
— “Hands-on experience with AOI/AXI equipment (e.g., Koh Young, YXLON, Orbotech, or similar systems).”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

accurate defect identification
systemic issue escalation

Typical background

2 years in electronics inspection, AOI, or AXI operations

Skills & requirements

Required

Ipc-standardsAoi-axi-equipmentQuality-decisionsInspection-data-analysisEsd-handling

Preferred

Pcb-assemblyAutomation

Stack & domain

AOIAXIIPC StandardsQuality ControlInspectionSolder Joint QualityComponent AlignmentHidden Solder ConnectionsBlueprintsAssembly DrawingsBomsMS WordExcelOutlookAttention To DetailCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAdaptabilityLeadershipIpc-a-610J-std-001Electronics

About the role

Original posting from Rocket EMS via Greenhouse

As an AOI/AXI Operator at Rocket EMS, you will play a critical role in verifying that our PCB assemblies meet the highest quality and reliability standards. You’ll be responsible for operating, programming, and maintaining automated optical and X-ray inspection systems, performing first article verifications, and ensuring defects are accurately identified and escalated. This position requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of IPC standards, and the ability to make confident quality decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
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 accurately identify, classify, and disposition defects.
Verify solder joint quality, component alignment, polarity, and hidden solder connections (e.g., BGAs, QFNs) through AOI/AXI systems.
Stop production and escalate immediately if major defects or systemic issues are identified.
Document inspection results, generate daily quality pass-downs, and communicate findings to leads/supervisors.
Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure no jobs proceed without proper authorization.
Support bottleneck areas or other inspection needs as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
Follow and enforce all procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, safety, and equipment maintenance.
Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent (required).
Experience
Minimum 2 years in electronics inspection, AOI, or AXI operations within a contract manufacturing or similar environment.
IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification (required).
Skills
Strong understanding of IPC workmanship standards (Class 2 and 3).
Hands-on experience with AOI/AXI equipment (e.g., Koh Young, YXLON, Orbotech, or similar systems).
Ability to interpret inspection images, read blueprints, assembly drawings, and BOMs.
Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to detect subtle and hidden defects.
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off
Growth opportunities in a cutting-edge electronics manufacturing environment
Schedule
8-hour shift, Monday–Friday
Overtime and weekends as needed
Pay Range$22—$26 USDITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.
Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.
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Source: Rocket EMS careers (Greenhouse)