Pre-Assembly Lead Operator 1st Shift

stow Group; Adairsville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health insurance

401K match

Job summary

stow Group located in Adairsville, GA, is seeking an Assembly Team Lead to oversee parts and product assembly per blueprints and schedules. You will operate power tools, torque wrenches, and hand tools, and you will lead setup and cleaning of assembly cells, including overhead crane operations and electric stackers.

The role emphasizes maintaining production output with high quality, performing inspections, and adhering to OSHA safety policies.

Qualifications

• Requires attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions
• Demonstrates teamwork and communication in a fast-paced environment
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow written/verbal instructions

Responsibilities

• Lead the team that assembles parts and products according to work instructions, blueprints, and production schedules
• Operate and safely handle power tools, packaging tools, including torque wrenches and other hand tools
• Lead the setup and clean out of assembly cells by operate overhead crane, running electric stackers
• Maintain consistent production output while meeting quality standards
• Perform visual and functional inspections of assembled frames
• Follow all OSHA safety regulations and company safety policies
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Report equipment issues, safety concerns, or quality defects to lead
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals
• Load and unload assembly cells using electric-pallet mover

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Torque wrenches

Hand tools

Job description

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.

stow stands 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!

#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.

stow stands 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: Adairsville, GA

Job Description

• Lead the team that assembles parts and products according to work instructions, blueprints, and production schedules

• Operate and safely handle power tools, packaging tools, including torque wrenches and other hand tools

• Lead the setup and clean out of assembly cells by operate overhead crane, running electric stackers,…

• Maintain consistent production output while meeting quality standards

• Perform visual and functional inspections of assembled frames

• Follow all OSHA safety regulations and company safety policies

• Maintain a clean and organized work area

• Report equipment issues, safety concerns, or quality defects to lead

• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals

• Load and unload assembly cells using electric-pallet mover

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry materials in accordance with OSHA lifting guidelines

• Familiarity with power tools, including torque wrenches and basic hand tools

• Experience working in a high-pace, mass production or manufacturing environment preferred

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks

• Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and detecting anomalies.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Reliable attendance and punctuality

• Moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds

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%
• Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 months
• Tobacco Free Campus

Quality, Safety, Health, Environment, Compliance

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.