Advanced Manufacturing
Advanced manufacturing is a fast-growing industry in Birmingham and Reinvest Birmingham connects residents in the North Birmingham, Northside, Pratt, and Smithfield communities to training programs and employers ready to hire.
The Opportunity
Advanced manufacturing careers offer competitive wages, long-term stability, and real room to grow. Birmingham-area manufacturers are actively hiring — from entry-level production roles to skilled technical positions. Many offer on-the-job advancement, meaning the job you start in doesn’t have to be the job you stay in.
The Training
Reinvest Birmingham partners with workforce training providers, including Lawson State Community College, to prepare residents for in-demand manufacturing careers. Programs cover the technical skills employers are actively hiring for — and no college degree is required. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to advance, there’s a pathway designed for where you are.
The Support
Training is just the beginning. Reinvest Birmingham offers childcare assistance, expanded transit options, and guidance from workforce partners to help you get to training and stay on track. We work alongside you from enrollment through your first day on the job — and beyond.
Your manufacturing career starts here.
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AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company
Founded in Birmingham in 1905, AMERICAN is a leading manufacturer of products used in waterworks, energy, infrastructure, and construction. Its Birmingham operations provide career opportunities across manufacturing, skilled trades, engineering, maintenance, operations, technology, and corporate functions.
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Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI)
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International is a major automotive manufacturer located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. The facility produces Mercedes-Benz SUVs for customers around the world and supports careers across advanced manufacturing, production, logistics, maintenance, engineering, technology, and other skilled professions.
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Watco
Watco is a transportation and supply chain solutions company providing rail, terminal, port, transloading, and logistics services. With operations across North America and Australia, Watco offers career pathways in transportation, logistics, operations, maintenance, supply chain, and related fields.
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Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED
Founded in 1902 and headquartered in Birmingham, Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED is one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in the United States. Its associates support the production, sales, marketing, distribution, and delivery of some of the world’s most recognized beverage brands, creating career opportunities across manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, sales, operations, and corporate services.
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Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI)
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International is a major automotive manufacturer located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. The facility produces Mercedes-Benz SUVs for customers around the world and supports careers across advanced manufacturing, production, logistics, maintenance, engineering, technology, and other skilled professions.