Inspection and Repair Operator (Quality & Soldering)

Flex•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Flex is seeking an Inspection and Repair Operator experienced in soldering, rework, repair, and inspection of electronic assemblies and circuit boards. The role identifies defects, performs touch-up and repair work, uses microscopes and automated inspection equipment, and ensures products meet quality and workmanship standards. The operator supports the manufacturing, inspection, and repair of advanced power electronics and energy-related products in a high-volume electronics manufacturing environment. Candidates should be comfortable using computers to access electronic work instructions, review drawings and schematics across software platforms, use email, and navigate systems requiring individual logins. Current contractors working at Flex's Austin, Texas site will be considered. The position is based at Research Boulevard in Austin, Texas, and is scheduled for third shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Compensation is hourly with a 12.5% night differential. The role generally requires one year of related experience and successful completion of related on-the-job training programs. Completion of a high school degree or equivalent is preferred. Work is performed with moderate supervision, with work instructions provided by a line lead, supervisor or manager, and manufacturing support. The job has low impact, limited to the specific work area, and decisions generally affect the individual.

Requirements

Typically one year of related experience and successful completion of related on-the-job training programs.
Ability to solder and understanding of basic inspection techniques.
Ability to comprehend electronics terminology and read and interpret manufacturing process instructions and visual aids.
Basic manufacturing line knowledge and awareness of Flex technologies and techniques.
Ability to read and comprehend moderately complex instructions and effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to follow detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic arithmetic skills, including adding and subtracting two-digit numbers, multiplying and dividing with 10s and 100s, and performing these operations with weight measurements and distances.
Ability to use computers in a manufacturing environment, including electronic work instructions, drawings and schematics on multiple software platforms, email, and systems requiring individual logins.
Ability to use relevant electronic assembly and inspection tools and materials, and to understand color codes, components, schematics, loading, mechanical assembly, point-to-point wiring, and drawings.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a high school degree or equivalent.
Experience with soldering, rework, repair, and inspection of electronic assemblies and circuit boards.
Experience in electronics manufacturing, PCB inspection, and SMT environments.
Experience reading work instructions, blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

Set up workstations with the correct process inspection documents, screens, and workflow instructions.
Perform in-process and online go/no-go inspections of electronics, subassemblies, peripherals, and larger assemblies, identifying defects according to workmanship standards.
Perform touch-up and repair work.
Interpret manufacturing process instructions and visual aids or drawings, including those used with microscopes and magnifying lenses.
Scan products and enter information into the shop floor control system or manual tracking systems, as applicable.
Adjust, trim, or otherwise process product materials or components to achieve specified electrical requirements or dimensional characteristics.
Communicate process problems to peers, supervisors, leads, and manufacturing support teams.
Document workload and calculate the number of products inspected and rejected.
Select and use the materials needed for repair operations.
Operate machines, such as automatic inspection machines, to detect defects.