Primary Objective
Responsible for optimizing, maintaining, and improving AOI systems to ensure product quality, reduce defects, and improve manufacturing efficiency in SMT/PCB/electronics production environments.
Key Responsibilities
1. AOI Program Development & Optimization
Create, modify, and maintain AOI inspection programs.
Fine-tune inspection parameters to improve detection accuracy.
Reduce false calls and escape defects through continuous optimization.
Validate new AOI programs during NPI (New Product Introduction).
2. Process Monitoring & Improvement
Analyze AOI inspection results and defect trends.
Identify root causes of recurring defects.
Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance yield and quality.
3. Troubleshooting & Technical Support
Troubleshoot AOI equipment, software, and process-related issues.
Support production teams in resolving quality concerns.
Coordinate with equipment vendors for technical escalations when necessary.
Ensure minimum equipment downtime.
4. Quality Assurance
Monitor inspection effectiveness and process capability.
Verify AOI defect classification accuracy.
Ensure compliance with customer quality requirements and industry standards.
Participate in internal and external quality audits.
5. New Product Introduction (NPI)
Support process qualification for new products.
Develop inspection strategies for new assemblies.
Perform program validation and capability studies.
Collaborate with Process, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers during product launches.
6. Equipment Maintenance
Plan and execute preventive maintenance activities.
Monitor AOI machine performance and calibration status.
Ensure spare parts availability and service readiness.
Maintain equipment documentation and maintenance records.
7. Data Analysis & Reporting
Generate yield, defect, and machine performance reports.
Analyze KPI trends such as: First Pass Yield (FPY)
Defect Per Million (DPM)
False Call Rate
Escape Rate
Machine Utilization
Present findings and improvement actions to management.
8. Training & Knowledge Sharing
Train operators and technicians on AOI operation and defect identification.
Develop work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Provide technical coaching to production teams.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with: Manufacturing Engineers
Process Engineers
Quality Engineers
Production Supervisors
Maintenance Technicians
Customers and Suppliers (when required)
Typical KPIs
AOI false call rate reduction
Defect detection rate
First Pass Yield (FPY)
Customer complaint reduction
Equipment uptime (>95%)
AOI program readiness for NPI
Process improvement project completion
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D&I Statement
As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.
In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.