Process Specialist; Internship

The Process Specialist supports manufacturing engineering and quality assurance by maintaining, programming, and troubleshooting 2D/3D AOI and X-Ray inspection systems. This role balances hands‑on electro‑mechanical machine maintenance with software parameter optimization to identify assembly defects (e.g., BGA bridging, component misalignment, voiding) before final product shipment.

Equipment Operation & Programming

• Program Initialization:
  Create, debug, and fine‑tune inspection programs for 2D/3D AOI and X-Ray systems based on CAD data, BOMs, and Gerber files.
• Defect Verification:
  Analyze inspection data and X-ray images to accurately distinguish between real manufacturing defects and false calls.
• First Article Inspection:
  Execute First Article Inspections (FAI) on new production runs to verify correct component placement and alignment.
• NPI Support:
  Assist engineers during New Product Introduction (NPI) by validating optical and radiological inspection recipes.

Machine Maintenance & Calibration

• Preventative Maintenance (PM):
  Perform daily, weekly, and monthly PM routines according to supplier specifications (e.g., cleaning lenses, inspecting conveyor belts, checking filters).
• System Calibration:
  Calibrate optical cameras, lighting arrays, and X-ray tube sensors to ensure micron-level testing accuracy.
• Emergency Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose and repair electro‑mechanical, pneumatic, and software failures rapidly to minimize line downtime.
• Spare Parts Management:
  Track inventory of critical machine components and consumable parts to guarantee immediate availability.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or technical trade school certification required; an associate degree in Electronics or Mechanical Engineering is highly preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 1–3 years of hands‑on experience in an SMT manufacturing environment working explicitly with AOI or AXI machinery.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Proficient in reading electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and interpretation of IPC-A-610 standards.
• Physical Capabilities:
  Ability to stand for long periods on a production floor, lift up to 35 lbs, and pass a color‑vision acuity test.
• Key
  
  Soft Skills:
  
  Strong analytical problem‑solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a collaborative team mentality.