Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Frederick, MD - Frederick, MD
Position Type
Full-Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$17.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Job Shift
Day - 1st Shift
Job Category
QA - Quality Control
Job Duties
OUR COMPANY
As a manufacturing firm, ACDi's biggest differentiator is our people. We're here to do more than simply build "widgets". Our people offer solutions to challenging design and product development issues and are passionate about hitting customer delivery schedules and exceeding expectations. We approach each project understanding that achieving the highest quality possible is required for every step of the electronics design, engineering, and manufacturing process. What we do day-in and day-out has a lasting, meaningful impact across many industries and in the lives of everyday people. At ACDi we create a seismic measuring system that prevents people from getting stuck in elevators during an earthquake; we defend our nation by helping to build gun turrets for tanks, communication systems for troops, and military avionics; we support NASA programs with communications systems that converse with launched vehicles. We approach each project understanding that achieving the highest quality possible is required for every step of the electronics manufacturing process, because these projects help keep our country and people around the world safe, secure, and free. At ACDi, we're more than just a contract manufacturer.
POSITION SUMMARY
The AOI Operator will primarily be responsible for reviewing AOI inspection for accurate, consistent detection of SMT component placement and solder joint defects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Examine circuit boards to detect defects such as shorts, excess or missing solder, scratches, cracks and placement of components
• Perform automated and visual inspection of SMT component as required.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and calibration.
• Maintain adherence to internal quality standards by approving material at in-process inspection for all products
• Verify conformance to specified dimensions
• Train personnel on automated inspection equipment as needed

Qualifications
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• 1-3 years' experience operating an AOI machine in a fast paced environment preferred
• Experience of inspecting SMT PCBs
• Mechanically minded
• Excellent computer skills
• Quality control and part identification experience
• Must exhibit knowledge and/or skill in operating equipment used in the area.
• Soldering experience toward IPC-A-610 standards is an asset.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies
• Must be able to read, understand and interpret written and/or verbal instructions and have good communication skills in English.
• Ability to deal with changing priorities on a daily basis.
• Prefer at least 1 year experience in an electronics assembly environment.

BENEFITS

• Five (5) weeks PTO per year
• Eight (8) paid holidays per year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage (first of the month following hire date)
• HSA & FSA Plans (with HSA employer contribution)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Supplemental insurance options

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee may be exposed to hazards (chemical, mechanical, and/or radiant energy). The employee may be required to wear protective clothing such as heel straps and a lab coat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. All of the work will be performed indoors.
ACDi is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by the law.