Shift Leader (30-40 hours)

  • Location: Daphne, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1532
  • Salary: $16.00

FirstFour Staffing is seeking Shift Leaders to join the team at a convenience store with an attached quick-service restaurant.

Summary
While employees are cross-trained to work in both areas, Shift Leaders will primarily work in the restaurant—so prior food service or quick-service experience is a plus. In this leadership role, you’ll ensure shifts run smoothly by guiding employees, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and delivering excellent customer service. When the General Manager or Assistant Manager is not on site, the Shift Leader acts as the Manager on Duty, overseeing operations and making sure customers are taken care of.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily shifts by directing staff, ensuring productivity, and driving operational success.
  • Train and support team members to achieve performance goals.
  • Maintain food safety, recipe accuracy, and quality within required service times.
  • Ensure product rotation and freshness through routine checks.
  • Monitor costs by reducing waste, managing labor, and ensuring accurate cash handling.
  • Oversee shift coverage, daily task completion, and proper delegation.
  • Provide excellent customer service and resolve customer concerns promptly.
  • Support inventory management through product counts, vendor deliveries, and ordering recommendations.
  • Safely operate kitchen equipment, prepare ingredients, and assemble menu items to standard.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety guidelines, and local/state regulations.
  • Promote teamwork and a collaborative, customer-first culture.

Qualifications

  • Prior quick-service restaurant or food service leadership experience preferred.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask and manage shift operations effectively.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Compensation & Schedule

  • Starting pay: $16/hr
  • Estimated 30–40 hours per week

Procurement Director

  • Location: Calvert, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1526
  • Salary: $120,000 - $160,000

FirstFour Staffing has partnered with a reputable international organization that is seeking to hire a Procurement Director to their team. 

SUMMARY

The Procurement Director is a senior leadership position responsible for driving global sourcing strategies, managing high-value contracts, and overseeing procurement activities for a multi-billion-dollar manufacturing operation. This role will focus on capital project procurement, supplier partnerships, and process excellence while providing strategic direction to executive leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and execute long-term procurement strategies aligned with corporate and capital investment goals.
  • Negotiate large-scale capital contracts (>$100M) including plant infrastructure, machinery, and technology systems.
  • Build and manage strategic global supplier relationships to ensure security of supply, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.
  • Lead supplier performance management, governance, and compliance frameworks.
  • Drive adoption of advanced procurement tools, data analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor, lead, and develop a high-performing global procurement team.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership, engineering, operations, finance, and legal teams to support corporate growth.
  • Ensure all procurement activities align with safety, quality, regulatory, and corporate standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
  • 15+ years of progressive procurement leadership experience in heavy manufacturing, steel, or metals industries.
  • Proven record of negotiating contracts exceeding $100M in value.
  • Expertise in global sourcing, capital equipment procurement, and supplier market intelligence.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-billion-dollar spend portfolios.
  • Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Office and procurement systems; SAP experience strongly preferred.
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

 

VP of Manufacturing

  • Location: Baldwin County, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1521
  • Salary: $158,000 - $189,600

FirstFour Staffing is seeking a Vice President of Manufacturing to provide strategic and operational leadership for a large-scale production facility.

Vice President of Manufacturing
Bay Minette, AL | Full-Time | Executive Leadership

Summary
The Vice President of Manufacturing provides strategic leadership over production operations, engineering, and scheduling, with a strong focus on lean practices and continuous improvement. This executive role is accountable for achieving excellence in safety, quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery while serving as a key member of the senior leadership team.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute short- and long-term operational strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Lead production operations, manufacturing engineering, and scheduling with a focus on safety, quality, and cost control.
  • Champion lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Oversee labor utilization, staffing, training, and employee development programs.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality systems.
  • Partner with leadership on investment decisions, resource allocation, and operational improvements.
  • Maintain strong employee relations, morale, and culture through effective communication and leadership.
  • Provide timely delivery of products and components while maintaining customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred; MBA a plus. Equivalent proven leadership experience will be considered.
  • 8–10 years of progressive operations experience, with prior executive/people leadership required.
  • Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (AS400/BPCS experience a plus).
  • Skilled in data analytics, KPI tracking, and executive-level reporting.

Why Apply

  • Executive leadership role with full operational oversight
  • Collaborative, positive work culture with strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement
  • Opportunity to shape manufacturing strategy and long-term growth

 

Civil Drafter

  • Location: Fairhope, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1500
  • Salary: $50,000 - $80,000

FirstFour Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Civil Drafter for a direct hire opportunity with an established architectural consulting firm specializing in civil and municipal engineering. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team focused on delivering innovative infrastructure solutions across the Gulf Coast region.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed civil drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Assist engineers in developing design plans for site layouts, grading, utilities, roadways, and drainage systems
  • Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate documentation
  • Revise drawings based on engineering feedback and project requirements
  • Ensure drafting standards and quality control protocols are consistently met
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and surveyors to support efficient project delivery

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in civil drafting or a related field
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required
  • Knowledge of civil site design standards and utility layouts
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Associate degree or certification in Drafting, CAD Technology, or related discipline preferred

Senior Internal Auditor

  • Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1428
  • Salary: $90,000 - $110,000

FirstFour Group, the Gulf Coast’s premier source for specialized professional talent acquisition, is seeking to identify a Senior Internal Auditor, on behalf of our client, and international manufacturer in Corpus Christie TX.
Responsibilities include:

  • Conduct financial, operational and compliance audits from planning phase to completion.
  • Development of risk assessments and audit plan, control design, and deficiency remediation
  • Manage annual compliance plan
  • Participate in Internal Assurance related special projects

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related required. Masters preferred
  • Minimum of 4 years of internal audit experience in a large manufacturing environment (Equivalent statutory audit experience considered in lieu of)
  • Experience with SAP, analytical tools in Audit
  • Ability to travel within the US and internationally (Up to 40%)
  • Bilingual a plus (English/Spanish)

This position offers a competitive salary plus bonus incentive, 401K (match), Health, prescription drug, dental, vision, life. and disability insurance.
 

1st Class Structural Fitter

  • Location: Pascagoula, Mississippi
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #1373
  • Salary: $38.00 Per Hour

Our client is looking for Structural Fitter / Ship Fitters to join their team at a major shipyard in Pascagoula, Mississippi.  

Compensation:
1st Class – $38.00 per hour plus $180 in daily per diem
$1250 Sign on Bonus – Hotel Assistance 

Duration:
Long Term – 1 -5 years 

Qualified Candidates:

  • Should have a minimum of 4 years marine or industrial experience
  • Must have knowledge of layout, fit-up, and fabrication of steel plates.
  • Must be able to burn and bevel with a torch 
  • Must be able to read blueprints.
  • Must be proficient with tacking (SMAW and FCAW)
  • Must be able to pass a Hair Follicle drug test.
  • Must be able to pass a 7-year background check.
  • Must be US Citizen or Perm Resident for this project 

Mechanical Engineering Manager

  • Location: Mobile, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1358
  • Salary: $125,000 - $135,000

FirstFour Staffing is assisting a client in their search for a Mechanical Engineering Manager. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer
  • Preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals
  • Checking calculations
  • Progressing all department work
  • Leading and directing the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
  • Determining technical adequacy of drawings and calculations
  • Providing input to evaluations of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
     

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 8 plus years of design and/or construction experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
  • Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers
  • Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products
  • Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems
  • Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
  • US Citizenship

Marine / Mechanical Engineer:

  • Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience
  • Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion system design and operation
  • Thorough knowledge of engine alignment and shaft design and alignment
  • Thorough knowledge of HVAC design

TOOLS:
Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD
 

Civil Staff Engineer

  • Location: Baldwin County, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1342
  • Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

First Four is assisting a professional services civil engineering firm with their need for an EIT for a Civil / Site Engineer position with a growing firm in Baldwin County, AL

This role will perform a diverse variety of civil engineering functions to facilitate site design and development for private, municipal, state and federal clients of the firm.

Successful candidates will have a BS in Civil Engineering, be proficient in AutoCAD, Civil3D, ICPR, ALDOT, MS (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and BlueBeam.

EIT is required along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in site development
 

Project Manager Land Development

  • Location: Daphne, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1340
  • Salary: $90,000 - $110,000

FirstFour is assisting a leading engineering services firm with their search for an Alabama licensed PE to serve in the role of Land Development Project Manager.

This position, based in Baldwin county, AL, offers career growth potential, a salary in the $90K – $110K range, plus an exceptional benefits package.

Successful candidates will have experience in all aspects of site planning and land development management experience in residential, commercial, retail, and institutional.

Other requirements of the role include a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, an Alabama Professional Engineering license, with at least 10 years of land development experience.

Shipfitter – Houma LA

  • Type: Contract
  • Job #1301
  • Salary: $23.00 Per Hour

Shipfitter

Local rate is $23.00 

  • 3-5 years' experience in a shipyard 
  • Must be able to layout according to blueprints 
  • Burn and Bevel with a Torch 
  • Tack weld 
  • Read Blueprints 
  • Must be US Citizen or Perm Resident 
  • 60 hour per week 
  • New Construction and Repair
  • Long term work