Solder Paste, AOI & AXI Manager

Summary

The Imaging Inspection Manager / Solder Paste, AOI & AXI Manager will lead our imaging inspection team, overseeing the quality and efficiency of our inspection processes. This role requires a seasoned leader with extensive technical expertise in automated inspection systems, proven managerial skills, and a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers and technicians. Foster a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Process Management: Oversee all aspects of solder paste inspection, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), and Automated X-ray Inspection (AXI) processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all equipment and processes adhere to regulatory standards, with a strong emphasis on FDA Part 21 protocols.
• Radiation Safety: Act as a Qualified Radiation Protective Officer (RPO), enforcing and maintaining all radiation safety protocols and ensuring the safe operation of X-ray equipment.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to improve inspection accuracy, efficiency, and throughput.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all inspection processes meet or exceed company and industry quality standards.
• Problem-Solving: Serve as the primary point of contact for complex technical issues, providing expert guidance and solutions.
• Performance Metrics: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on team and process performance to senior management.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience leading teams and managing inspection processes, with a focus on solder paste inspection, AOI, and AXI.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of solder paste inspection, AOI, and AXI technologies and their applications.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of FDA Part 21 protocols.
• Radiation Safety: Must be a Qualified Radiation Protective Officer (RPO).
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage, train, and motivate a team of engineers and technicians.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of successful process improvements.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Typical Education

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering to effectively manage our automated inspection processes and lead a technical team.
• Qualified Radiation Protective Officer (RPO) certification is mandatory

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.