Engineering Jobs in Brighton Alabama

A growing Manufacturing organization is seeking a Quality Supervisor to lead quality initiatives within a high-volume metal casting / foundry environment. This role will oversee quality systems, ensure compliance with industry standards, and drive continuous improvement across production and inspection processes.

If you thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment and enjoy leading teams while improving processes, we’d like to connect.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise daily quality inspection and lab activities within the foundry operation

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality standards

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues

• Partner with production, engineering, and leadership to improve process performance

• Oversee inspection methods including layout inspection, CMM measurement, and dimensional verification

• Maintain quality documentation, procedures, and audit readiness

• Analyze quality metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Train and mentor quality technicians and inspectors

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of quality experience in manufacturing (foundry or metal casting strongly preferred)

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems

• Experience with metrology tools, inspection equipment, and quality documentation

• Strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective action processes

• Ability to work closely with operations, engineering, and production teams

• Previous foundry experience

Why This Role

• Competitive salary around $80K

• Opportunity to make an impact in a growing manufacturing operation

• Leadership role with visibility across operations and engineering

• Stable industry supporting transportation, construction, and industrial equipment

We are looking for a skilled Production Supervisor to lead a team of 30+ operators. You will manage the daily production schedule to meet takt time, ensure continuous flow with minimal rework, and remove constraints to optimize production. As a leader, you'll provide training, feedback, and support to team members while modeling expected behaviors. You will solve problems using tools like 5 Whys and work with cross-functional teams to implement root cause solutions. Additionally, you'll drive continuous improvement, communicate production plans, and uphold high standards for attendance, safety, quality, and productivity, while facilitating the training of new employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a production line of 30+ operators
• Ensure daily production schedules meet takt time requirements
• Maintain real-time public visual records of production status
• Proactively identify and address constraints to optimize workflow
• Ensure continuous production flow with appropriate resources and minimal rework
• Lead by example, modeling expected behaviors and fostering a positive work environment
• Provide team members with the right balance of challenge, support, training, and feedback for success
• Understand and manage all skills, tasks, and time requirements for production activities
• Use problem-solving tools like 5 Whys and KT to identify and address issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (material handlers, process engineering, production scheduling) to solve problems
• Identify root causes and develop solutions to resolve production challenges
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure execution with the production team
• Communicate production plans, updates, and corrective actions effectively
• Address attendance, safety, quality, and productivity concerns with the team
• Lead training for new employees to ensure they are prepared for success

Job Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in managing and leading teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• High-energy, hands-on leader who leads by example
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience in building or leading production or station teams
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Minimum 1 year of employment with BLOX preferred
• Participation in BLOX Leaders in Training program preferred

As a diesel technician / mechanic at Southern Haulers, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engine trucks, and various types of trailers. Your role is crucial in keeping our fleet in top condition, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the safe and reliable service to our customers.

Location:

• 2157 Highway 16, Calera, AL 35040

Diesel Technician Schedule:

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday 5:30 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 4:00 P.M.-2:30 A.M.

Diesel Mechanic Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on trucks & trailers.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and carry out necessary repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance to minimize breakdowns and ensure vehicle safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair air braking systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair emission systems using OEM software.
• Troubleshoot and repair collision mitigation/roll stability systems using OEM Software.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with the team to complete repairs efficiently.
• Ensure that all work complies FMCSA/DOT standards.

Diesel Mechanic Benefits:

• Health care, vision, dental, prescription & life insurance
• 401k with company matching
• Paying up to $31.50 per hour based on experience & certifications
• $2.50 shift differential for second shift!
• Overtime pay after forty hours
• 10 hours a week overtime.
• Quarterly attendance bonus ($100.00)
• Yearly tool allowance ($200.00 plus $20.00 per year of service)

Diesel Tech Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience as a diesel technician in the trucking industry.
• 3+ years of experience is a plus, more experience=higher pay.
• Ability to weld or experience as a welder is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, their components, and systems.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ability to operate diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in diesel mechanics is a plus

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.