NDE Level III Coordinator (Contract)

Scot Forge is seeking a contract NDE Level III Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and execution of non-destructive examination (NDE) activities across our operations.

This role is ideal for a highly organized NDE professional who excels at managing priorities, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule. The position is focused on administration, technical oversight, communication, and execution management. It is not a production floor leadership role and does not include direct supervision of technicians. Instead, the successful candidate will serve as a central coordinator, helping ensure inspection activities, certifications, training, documentation, and customer requirements are effectively managed and delivered.

Recent graduates and newly certified ASNT Level III professionals are encouraged to apply. We are open to candidates who possess the required certification and are looking to expand their experience in a manufacturing environment.

The position can be performed remotely from anywhere within the United States with a flexible schedule of approximately 20-40 hours per week. Initial training and onboarding will require travel to Spring Grove, Illinois.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and oversee NDE-related activities to ensure customer, quality, and operational requirements are met.
• Manage schedules, priorities, communications, and follow-up actions to keep projects and inspections progressing on time.
• Support technician qualification, certification tracking, training activities, and performance monitoring.
• Maintain and improve procedures, records, reports, and technical documentation.
• Facilitate communication between Quality, Engineering, Production, Sales, and customer stakeholders.
• Monitor productivity metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and workflow execution.
• Assist with implementation of new inspection technologies, systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support audits, compliance activities, calibration programs, and issue resolution efforts.
• Coordinate customer requests, specification reviews, and technical communications as needed.

Work Arrangement

• Fully remote within the United States
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work during hours that best support business needs
• Approximately 20-40 hours per week based upon your availability and workload
• Length of contract is 6 to 9 months
• Immediate start date upon successful completion of background check
• Initial onsite training required in Spring Grove, Illinois
• Occasional travel may be required based on business needs

Compensation

• $50-$75 per hour, depending on qualifications, certifications, and relevant experience
• Flexible contract engagement based on workload and business demand
• W-2 position through Scot Forge Holding Company
• Not eligible for company-sponsored benefits

What You'll Bring

• ASNT Level III certification in one or more NDE disciplines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work across Quality, Engineering, Production, and Commercial teams.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining responsiveness and accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a willingness to drive issues through resolution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in metal manufacturing, forging, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, or related industries.
• Experience with composite materials will also be considered.
• Familiarity with training programs, certification management, audit preparation, quality systems, or technical documentation.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Technology, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
• Previous experience serving as a Level III, quality professional, or technical coordinator.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role offers the flexibility of remote work while providing the opportunity to contribute to complex manufacturing and inspection programs. You'll work alongside experienced technical and quality professionals while helping coordinate critical inspection activities that support customer requirements and operational excellence.

Whether you are an experienced Level III consultant or a newly certified professional looking to build practical industry experience, this position offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a respected manufacturing organization.