Production Lead 2 - AOI (Day Shift)

Production Lead 2 - AOI Day Shift

The AOI/AXI Lead serves as the primary leader and technical authority for the AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and AXI (Automated X-ray Inspection) function. This role is responsible for overseeing daily AOI/AXI operations, leading and developing the AOI inspection team, and driving continuous improvement in inspection effectiveness, yield performance, and quality outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership & Oversight

• Lead, coordinate, and support AOI/AXI inspectors across shifts.
• Assign priorities and manage workload distribution based on production needs.
• Monitor team performance, productivity, and quality metrics.
• Serve as the first point of escalation for AOI/AXI issues.
• Support hiring input, onboarding, and performance feedback for AOI staff.

2. Program Optimization & Development

• Oversee creation, validation, and maintenance of AOI/AXI programs.
• Standardize programming methodologies across the team.
• Optimize programs to maximize detection and reduce false calls.
• Partner with Engineering to ensure inspection coverage meets IPC and customer requirements.

3. Advanced Defect Analysis

• Lead investigations into recurring or high-impact defects.
• Drive structured root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Track defect trends and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.

4. Process Improvement Leadership

• Identify and implement improvements that enhance yield, throughput, and inspection accuracy.
• Lead measurable improvement initiatives tied to KPIs.
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

5. NPI (New Product Introduction) Support

• Own AOI/AXI readiness for NPI builds.
• Ensure programs are validated prior to production release.
• Provide DFM feedback from an inspection and quality perspective.

6. Technical Troubleshooting

• Lead resolution of machine, programming, and software issues.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to minimize downtime.
• Promote preventive maintenance best practices.

7. Training & Development

• Develop structured training plans for AOI/AXI inspectors.
• Ensure consistent certification and competency levels.
• Mentor junior team members and build technical depth within the team.

Qualifications:

1. 5+ years AOI/AXI experience in electronics manufacturing.
2. Strong leadership or team-lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
3. Expert knowledge of IPC-A-610 and SMT processes.
4. Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
5. Effective communication and training skills.