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Production Manager
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What they do
A Production Plant Manager directs work and resources needed for a manufacturing production process. Plans and manages production work that meets cost, quality and quantity specifications for a company or project.
$109,072 / year median in Illinois
+4% projected growth
Job Description
production manager .elk grove village, illinoisposted august 26, 2026 job detailssummary$120,000
•$125,000 per yearpermanenthigh schoolcategorymanagement occupations reference AB_5029487 job details Hello, NOW HIRING
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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
Industry:
Aerospace, Defense & Precision Manufacturing 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.
MUST HAVE LEVEL 3
•NDT
CERTIFICATION
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/preventative 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 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 Microsoft Office proficiency Must meet
ITAR U.S.
person eligibility requirements NDT certification
•level 3 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 Text "NDT Manager" to 224-505-1109 to or request more information!
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salary: $120,000
•$125,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 7 AM
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High SchoolResponsibilities 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.
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The essential functions of this role include:working in a smoke free environmentwearing steel toe shoesmanual lifting up to 50lbsSkillsLine ManagementManagingOperationsCoachingProduction ControlOrganizationMaterials ManagementSchedule AdherenceLeadingDecision MakingPrioritizingNDTQualificationsYears of experience: 5 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.
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.
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 HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
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).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)