Manufacturing Operator (AOI Machine)

Pioneer Circuits Inc.•Santa Ana, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The AOI Operator at Pioneer Circuits performs inspection on PCB layers using an Automatic Optical Inspection Machine. This role involves a variety of tasks to complete the inspection of inner and outer layer PCB boards, including operating a post-etch punch machine, inspecting circuits through a microscope, and utilizing software programs to operate inspection machines. Pioneer Circuits, established in 1981, is a leading privately held U.S. manufacturer of high-performance flexible circuit boards, dedicated to the design, production, and assembly of advanced printed circuit board assembly (PCBAs) technology solutions for mission-critical systems. They develop cutting-edge solutions for aerospace and defense companies like RTX, Lockheed Martin, GE Aerospace, NASA, JPL, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as standard operating procedures, instructions and safety rules in English to the degree necessary to perform the job
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent attendance and punctuality
Ability to work overtime as required
Proficient using a computer
Detail-oriented and self-motivated
High School Diploma Required
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (ITAR-controlled facility)

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable or experienced with operating Automatic Optical Inspection Machines
1-2 Years of related experience
General manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains the Automatic Optical Inspection Machine, VR and CDR Machine, including start-up, shutdown and performs basic, routine and preventive maintenance
Inspects layers before and after processing through the AOI machine for layer count, handling damage, inspection parameters, etc.
Processes inner layers of PCB panels through the Post-Etch Punch Machine
Enters inspection parameters into AOI machine and processes
Processes new jobs by importing CAM files from Genesis software, transferring them to the CDR machine and then to the AOI machine
Measures thickness of inner layers to verify with traveler
Verifies layers for proper dot/detect application and visual non-conformances
Verifies inspected layers to detect location, confirmation and definitions, inner layer reworks, and any defects
Operates VR machine to inspect defects detected through AOI
Conducts AOI system change overs