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AOI Operator

Vanguard EMS, Inc.
Beaverton, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/12/2026

The AOI Operator is responsible for running AOI programs to inspect boards and ensure they are built to customer standards.

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

What you’ll do:

  • Operate AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) equipment according to standard operating procedures
  • Collect WIP and defect data that provides traceability for customer and internal use.
  • Provide real-time quality feedback by bringing up defects as they occur to prevent excessive defects
  • Manage machine set-up, cleanup, and minor maintenance according to procedures efficiently.
  • Perform WIP transactions in Vanguard’s software system to assure proper traceability.
  • Ensure work bench and equipment are maintained in good working condition
  • Motivate team to create a positive team working environment and perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

  • Common sense, critical thinking, analysis, and strong attention to detail
  • Demonstrates self-motivation, problem solving abilities, works with a “hands on” mentality.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Ability to use a microscope for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to interpret work instructions and blueprints to verify specifications required for inspection.
  • Communicate in person, over the phone, email, internet or in writing in a positive, professional manner

Education and/or Experience

  • High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
  • Ability to obtain J-STD and IPC certification within 90 days.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior PCBA inspection experience.
  • Experience and general knowledge of AOI operation processes.
  • J-STD and IPC Certification.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses production equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Ability to hold up to 25 lbs

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This Job Posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities associated with this position. Management reserves the right to modify and assign other duties as necessary.

Employees enjoy a benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 401K (with employer match)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Profit sharing

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