Industrial Sewing Machine Operator (Tactical Gear Manufacturing)
About The Position
Tactical Revolution, LLC designs and manufactures mission-critical tactical equipment used by U.S. military personnel, federal agencies, and law enforcement professionals around the world. Our products—including ballistic protection systems, tactical gear, and load-bearing equipment—are built to perform in demanding real-world environments. We're seeking an experienced Industrial Sewing Machine Operator who takes pride in producing precision-crafted products with exceptional quality and consistency. If you enjoy hands-on manufacturing, working with industrial sewing equipment, and building products that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of professional industrial sewing experience
- Experience operating industrial sewing machines (single needle, walking foot, bar tack, overlock/serger, or similar equipment)
- Ability to sew multiple layers of heavy-duty materials with precision
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship
- Ability to read and follow production instructions and sewing patterns
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (Government contract requirement)
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods throughout the workday
- Frequent repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements
- Ability to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work with industrial manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently
- Candidates must qualify as a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62. This generally includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and certain protected individuals.
- The selected candidate must be authorized to access ITAR-controlled technical data and work on ITAR-restricted contracts.
Nice To Haves
- Experience manufacturing tactical gear, military equipment, backpacks, plate carriers, pouches, or load-bearing systems
- Experience working with Cordura®, ballistic nylon, webbing, hook & loop, and other technical textiles
- Experience operating automated cutting equipment, laser cutters, hot knives, or bar tack machines
- Familiarity with Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation
- Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment
Responsibilities
- Operate industrial sewing machines to manufacture tactical and protective textile products
- Sew heavy-duty materials including Cordura®, nylon webbing, hook & loop, binding tape, zippers, and reinforced assemblies
- Operate specialty production equipment such as laser cutters, hot knives, bar tack machines, and other manufacturing equipment
- Follow work orders, sewing patterns, technical drawings, and production instructions
- Produce clean, accurate, and consistent stitching while maintaining high production standards
- Inspect completed products to ensure they meet quality, durability, and dimensional specifications
- Perform routine machine maintenance including threading, bobbin changes, needle replacement, and basic troubleshooting
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production workspace
- Collaborate with the production team to meet manufacturing deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality
Benefits
- Stable, full-time manufacturing position with growth opportunities
- Opportunities to expand your skills into advanced manufacturing, product development, and production operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
