NDT Production Manager

Position Title:

Non-Destructive Testing Production Manager

Reports To: Director of Operations

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL (Offering a relocation package for right candidate)

The NDT Production Manager provides leadership, develops talent, and applies strong business acumen to achieve quality, on-time delivery, and profitability targets for the NDT team.

• Safety & Compliance: Promote a safety-first culture; ensure compliance with OSHA, FAA, ISO 9001, AS9100D, NADCAP, and other relevant regulations.
• Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing, cross-trained team with a focus on quality, efficiency, inclusion, and accountability. Interact with customers and suppliers as needed.
• Training & Certification: Oversee the training, examination, and certification NDT Level I, II, and III technicians. Ensure technical competency and regulatory compliance.
• Quality Management: Guide teams to meet internal and external quality standards. Support audits and respond to customer quality concerns. Approve test procedures and interpret technical codes and standards.
• Operational Excellence: Drive continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma methods. Analyze root causes of underperformance and implement corrective actions.
• Technical Oversight: Approve testing techniques and procedures; ensure accurate documentation, including work orders, certifications, and process documentation.
• Inventory & Equipment: Monitor material usage and rotation; manage equipment functionality and submit ROI requests for capital expenditures as needed. labor and material costs to achieve gross profit targets. Prepare and manage departmental budgets and capital justifications.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience with ASNT Level III (MT, PT, RT), or Level II with intent to achieve Level III within 12 months.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in an aerospace or job shop environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, GD&T, technical drawing interpretation, and knowledge of wastewater systems.
• Must be a U.S. person under ITAR regulations.

• Strong ethical and professional standards.
• Effective communication, conflict resolution, and persuasive skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and time management capabilities.
• Committed to continuous improvement and team development.
• High energy, process-focused, and results-driven.

• Mix of office and production floor work.
• Occasional long hours; 50% walking/standing, 30% desk work, 20% physical tasks.
• Able to lift up to 15 lbs., perform manual tasks, and work with close visual and auditory attention.

• Annual performance reviews and bonus eligibility
• 401(k) plan with employer match and profit sharing
• Premium health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans
• Paid holidays and PTO accrual

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Manufacturing and Quality Assurance

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Accurate Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.