NDT PRODUCTION MANAGER

Randstad USA; Elk Grove Village (IL); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual bonus

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with employer match

Company-paid Life Insurance & AD&D

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short-term disability

Résumé du poste

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced NDT Production Manager / Level III to lead NDT operations supporting aerospace, aircraft, space, and defense components. Location is Elk Grove Village, IL. Salary is $120,000–$125,000 per year, based on experience. First shift, 7 AM - 4 PM.

The role blends hands-on NDT technical expertise with production leadership, employee development, quality, delivery, and financial responsibility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; 5+ years NDT experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Lead NDT production teams to safety, quality, delivery and profitability.
• Train, examine, and certify NDT Level I and II technicians.
• Establish and approve NDT techniques, procedures, and test methods.
• Interpret codes, standards, specs, and customer requirements.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma improvements.

Connaissances

NDT leadership

Line management

Quality control

Lean Six Sigma

Training & cert

Production planning

Budget management

Customer liaison

Problem solving

Safety leadership

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Hello, NOW HIRING – DIRECT HIRE NDT Production Manager / NDT Level III (Lead NDT production, technical compliance, quality, training, and continuous improvement for precision aerospace and defense components.)

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Salary: $120,000+ based on experience; $120,000 – $125,000 per year

Shift

First

Work Hours

7 AM - 4 PM

Education

High School

Role Summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced NDT Production Manager / Level III to lead NDT operations supporting critical aerospace, aircraft, space, and defense components. This role combines hands‑on NDT technical expertise with production leadership, employee development, quality, delivery, and financial responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead NDT production teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and profitability goals
• Train, examine, and certify NDT Level I and Level II technicians
• Establish and approve NDT techniques, procedures, and test methods
• Interpret codes, standards, specifications, and customer requirements
• Support MT, PT, and RT inspection methods
• Maintain compliance with AS9100D, NADCAP, FAA, ISO 9001, customer, and regulatory requirements
• Review work orders, processing techniques, certifications, and technical documentation
• Support internal, customer, and quality audits
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma improvement initiatives
• Manage staffing, training, scheduling, labor, materials, and department KPIs
• Prepare and manage department budgets and capital expenditure ROI requests
• Work directly with customers, suppliers, Operations, and Quality teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education/experience
• 5+ years of NDT experience‑
• MUST HAVE DT certification – level 3
• ASNT Level III certification in MT, PT, and RT, OR Level II with ability and drive to obtain Level III within 12 months
• 5+ years of successful leadership experience managing direct labor teams in aerospace or job‑shop manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of NDT codes, specifications, procedures, and quality systems
• Strong production leadership, problem‑solving, and process improvement skills
• Must meet ITAR U.S. person eligibility requirements
• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Responsibilities

• People: Create and lead a team of people who are cross trained, process focused and skilled to produce quality product that meets customer specifications. Create a culture of inclusion, respect, and accountability. Interacts with customers and suppliers.
• Training: responsible for the training, examination and certification of NDT Level I, II, and II technicians in certified disciplines.
• Quality: Provide the direction, training, and feedback to the team to ensure quality standards are met. Standards include customer requirements, ISO 9001, AS9100D and NADCAP, FAA. Provide direct support to customers when needed. Provide auditing support to quality department and customers.
• Delivery: Drive innovation and process improvement to meet or exceed corporate goals/KPIs or customer requirements. Determine root cause for actions that fall short of KPIs and deploy counter measures to correct.
• Inventory: Provide feedback to purchasing team so that proper levels of coatings are maintained. Ensure proper rotation of products with expiration.
• Gross Profit: Manage labor and materials to meet or exceed corporate goals. Process ROIs for capital expenditures. Maintain proper usage of equipment.

Skills

• Line Management
• Managing
• Operations
• Coaching
• Production Control
• Organization
• Materials Management
• Schedule Adherence
• Leading
• Decision Making
• Prioritizing
• NDT

Benefits

• $120,000+ Salary
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
• Company-paid Life Insurance & AD&D
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short-term disability

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Accessibility Statement

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay & Benefits Details

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).