Forest City Gear Nondestructive Testing Technician Achieves Level II Certification
March 30, 2026
Forest City Gear, an industry-leading manufacturer of fine- and medium-pitch custom gears, announces that Jordan Beardsley has earned his Level II certification in magnetic particle inspection (MPI) nondestructive testing (NDT), strengthening the company’s inspection capacity and technical expertise.
With the addition of a second Level II-certified technician, Forest City Gear expands ability to support the demands of our customers.
“The addition of a second NDT Level II is important for our department for a number of reasons, including increased throughput, more expertise, and higher capacity,” said Jake Childers, NDT Level II at Forest City Gear. “The qualifications process for MPI is demanding, but well worth it to better serve industries like aerospace and defense. Jordan’s addition signals our continued investment in quality.”
Forest City Gear’s magnetic particle inspection nondestructive testing plays a critical role in ensuring component integrity without compromising performance. This milestone reflects Forest City Gear’s ongoing commitment to quality, capability, and continuous improvement.
