Industrial Sewing Machine Operator (Tactical Gear Manufacturing)

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. What You'll Do: 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

Required Qualifications:

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)

Preferred Qualifications:

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 Why Join Tactical Revolution?

Build products that directly support U.S. military and law enforcement professionals Stable, full-time manufacturing position with growth opportunities Work with cutting-edge tactical equipment and advanced manufacturing processes Collaborative, mission-driven team environment Opportunities to expand your skills into advanced manufacturing, product development, and production operations Clean, organized, and professional manufacturing facility Tactical Revolution, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to creating a diverse workplace and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.