Job Title: AOI Technician Salary: £(phone number removed) (DOE) Location: Bedford Role Summary We’re looking for a skilled AOI Technician who will play an important part in maintaining high product quality through advanced inspection technology. The role focuses on operating and optimising 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems, ensuring inspections are accurate, repeatable, and compliant with both internal processes and industry standards. At the outset, you’ll work closely with the Process Engineering team to refine AOI programs and streamline inspection activities. As you progress, you’ll take the lead on driving improvements, ensuring inspection capability develops alongside new production requirements and software enhancements. This position is ideal for someone with a strong quality mindset, a passion for technology, and the drive to enhance automated inspection practices in a manufacturing environment. Main Responsibilities * Develop, refine, and maintain 3D AOI inspection programs (CyberOptics, Koh Young, Mirtec, Omron, or similar) with a focus on detecting solder joint quality and verifying component placement. * Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) to ensure PCB assemblies meet documentation and quality standards. * Train and support AOI operators, ensuring consistent use of inspection equipment and adherence to inspection criteria. * Review inspection outputs, identi...