Description
Automated optical inspection operators (AOI operators) operate automated optical inspection machines to inspect assembled printed circuit boards. They read blueprints and inspect the finished or in-process PCB assemblies for flaws or defects.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
printed circuit boardsquality assurance procedureselectronicsautomated optical inspectionelectronic equipment standardsthrough-hole technologysurface-mount technologyIPC standardsoptical engineeringintegrated circuitssemiconductorsmicroelectronicswaste removal regulationsinstrument performance elements
Practical Skills
read standard blueprintsmeet deadlinescommunicate test results to other departmentsoperate automated optical inspection machinereport defective manufacturing materialsinspect quality of productsinterpret circuit diagramsread assembly drawingsensure conformity to specificationsanalyse imagesmonitor machine operationsresolve equipment malfunctionswrite inspection reportsresearch equipment needswrite records for repairscheck system parameters against reference valuesliaise with engineersmaintain test equipmentsend faulty equipment back to assembly linekeep records of work progressremove defective products