United States
Sector
Keyword
AOI Inspector
AOI Operator
AOI Machine Operator
Minimum Preferably ITI graduate
Certified training for Automated Optical Inspection Operator (programme aligned to ELE/Q6601 released by Electronics Sector Skills Council)
Not applicable
The tasks an Automated Optical Inspection Operator is expected to perform include:
Testing the printed circuit board by using the AOI Machine
Programming and operating AOI machine
Conducting visual and automated checks for scratches stains, thinning solder, missing components, incorrect placing, etc.
Undertaking preventive machine maintenance
Achieving quality and productivity as per the standards
Familiar with how to use Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and X-ray Inspection (AXI) systems
Knowledge of basic electronics and components values and polarities
Proficiency in different stages of inspection such as bare board, solder paste, component placement prior to reflow, post-reflow component condition, post reflow solder joints, distorted components, reversed polarity, solder bridges, volume defects, damage or contamination
Experience in image matching and algorithm based programming
Familiar with different types of inspection and testing set up and their purposes such as stand-alone and inline, closed and open top, in-circuit, AOI and combined AOI/AXI machines
Knowledge of how to perform test and calibration of PCBs on the dialog, opto or genrad testers
Knowledge of how to test electronic components such as diodes, transistors with reference to circuit diagram
Competent in debugging, schematics, PCB design, assembly process, wire diagram and interpretation of technical drawings
Knowledge of how to mount the fallen components manually through soldering
Expertise in PCB design and soldering skills
Ability to read production schedules, job sheets and operation manuals
Not applicable
Good communication skills
Hardworking and persistent
Result-oriented
Self-motivated
Teamwork and multitasking skills
Attentive to safety rules and precautions
Ability to work for long hours
It is not a desk job
Work from home is not available
Part-time jobs may be available
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Need not handle a team
Working hours
Working hours are 9 hours every day for 6 days a week
Shift system may be applicable
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No
This job is considered mildly hazardous and dangerous
Health risks include accidents and exposure to potentially dangerous chemicals, gases, sharp tools and hazards from machines
Occupational hazards include cuts, minor burns, poor eyesight, respiratory and hearing problems
For freshers ?INR5,000 toINR7,000 per month
For candidates with 1 year of experience -INR8,000 toINR9,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Current Scenario of Electronic Components segment in India
In recent years the electronic industry is growing at a brisk pace. The demand in the Indian market is expected to touch $400 billion by 2020. The largest export segment is of components.
Growth Drivers
Behind the impressive growth of the electronics industry is the robust and consistent growth in Electronic Hardware market of approximately 25 per cent due to a stable economy & large middle class of 350 million people.
Production Trend
The components with major share in the export are CD-R, CPTs, PCBs, DVD-R, connectors, semiconductor devices, ferrites, resistors, etc.
The serviceable market for professional grade components such as PCBs is likely to go up due to launch of manufacture of mobile handsets in the country. In such a scenario, job opportunities for Automated Optical Inspection Operators is expected to grow.
Automated optical inspection equipment manufacturers and plants across India
Maximum numbers of job opportunities are available in Bengaluru, Pune, Delhi, Hyderabad and Chennai and other metro cities.