Bracing Profiling Machine Operator 3rd Shift

growwithstow; Adairsville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & sick leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

401K with employer match 4%

Tobacco-free campus

Job summary

stow Group in Adairsville, GA is seeking a Bracing Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain roll-forming machinery used to shape metal coils with tight tolerances. You will load materials, install roller dies, monitor production, perform first-off inspections, and uphold safety standards, including LOTO and PPE, while ensuring quality and efficiency on the line.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in metal fabrication or roll-forming and be able to read blueprints and

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, or roll-forming.
• Ability to read blueprints, SAP work orders, navigate MES system, and interpret technical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain roll-forming machinery to shape metal coils.
• Install and align roller dies, adjust settings for thickness, speed, and shear.
• Run the line, monitor material feed, lubrication, and cut-to-length accuracy.
• Perform first-off inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Conduct daily preventive maintenance and troubleshoot jams or misalignment.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including LOTO and PPE usage.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Technical drawing interpretation

MES navigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MES system

Overhead cranes

Job description

#WeRackTheWorld

With over 45 years of excellence, stow Group has transformed from a family-owned business into a global leader in the supply chain industry and is at the forefront of driving peak warehouse performance through innovative racking systems and accessible automation solutions.

stowstands as one of the largest and most powerful industrial storage companies worldwide, with 10 manufacturing facilities, 19 commercial offices, and the know-how of around 2000 employees serving customers in 40 countries.

In 2026, we opened our first U.S. based manufacturing facility in Adairsville, GA and are continuing to grow strong. It’s exciting times to be at stow!

Location:

, United States

Job Description

A Bracing Machine Operator sets up,operates, andmaintainsspecialized machinery to shape metal coils into specific profiles, ensuring production quality and efficiency. Key responsibilities include installing roller dies, adjusting machine settings, monitoring for defects, performing routinepreventivmaintenance, and interpreting blueprints to meet strict dimensional tolerances.

Machine Setup & Operation: Install and align roller dies (tooling) on spindles, load steel/metal coils using cranes or forklifts, and adjust settings for thickness, speed, and shear.

Production Monitoring: Run the roll-forming line, ensuring continuous material feed, proper lubrication, andaccuratecut-to-length functionality.

Quality Control: Perform first-off inspections, using calipers, micrometers, angle gauges, and tape measures to verify that finished products match blueprints and specs.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform daily preventive maintenance (cleaning, oiling, greasing) and troubleshoot issues like jamming, roller wear, or misalignment.

Safety Adherence: Strict adherence to safety protocols, including machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and PPE usage.

Qualifications

Experience:2 years of experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, or specific roll-forming machine operation.

Technical Skills:Ability to readblueprints, SAPwork orders, navigate MES system, and interpret technical drawings.

Tools:Proficiencyin using hand tools (wrenches), measuring instruments (calipers, gauges, tape measure, micrometer), and potentially overhead cranes.

Physical Strength:Capability to lift materials (often up to 50lbs) and stand forlong periods.

Education:High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Additional information

What do we offer you?

• PTO, days paid sick leave, 11 US paid holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401K with employer match, currently 4%
• Tobacco Free Campus

Every employee at stow contributes to a safe and compliant work environment. We set the example and motivate each other to work safely, efficiently, and in a qualitative way. stow’s standards, policies, instructions, and local legislations are there to guide our decisions.

EEO

stow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. stow prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, age, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.