Leather Stitcher – Handcrafted Goods (Full-Time)

Leather Stitcher – Handcrafted Goods (Full-Time)

Busted B Leather | Lone Oak, TX 75453 | In Person

Read Before Applying: Background Check & Eligibility

A pre-employment criminal background check is required. Applicants must have no felony convictions and must be legally eligible to possess and handle firearms and ammunition under applicable federal and Texas law.

Firearms and ammunition are present in our shop, and this position may involve handling them. Anyone legally prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition is not eligible for this position.

A resume is required, and all interviews include a hands-on stitching test.

About the Position

Busted B Leather is a family-owned shop making handcrafted holsters, rifle slings, belts, knife sheaths, firearm accessories, and other leather goods. Our work draws on more than 35 years of leatherworking experience, with a strong focus on craftsmanship, durability, and attention to detail.

We are hiring a full-time Leather Stitcher to join our production team. Stitching is the primary responsibility, with additional leathercraft and production duties as needed.

Leather stitching experience is preferred, but we will train the right candidate. We need someone dependable who enjoys working with their hands, follows instructions, accepts feedback, and takes pride in producing consistent work.

Pay & Benefits

Starting pay: $12.00–$18.00 per hour, based on experience and demonstrated ability.

• $12.00 per hour for entry-level candidates with little or no leather stitching experience
• Up to $18.00 per hour for candidates with exceptional, demonstrated stitching skills
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Performance-based raises
• Employee discount
• On-the-job training

Paid holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM CT
• Friday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM CT
• Approximately 30–40 hours per week
• Occasional Saturdays may be required to meet production deadlines

This is an on-site production position in Lone Oak, Texas. The exact shop address will be provided to candidates invited to interview.

Responsibilities

• Stitch leather goods using industrial sewing machines, maintaining clean, straight, consistent stitch lines
• Follow established patterns, specifications, and shop procedures
• Inspect your work, identify mistakes, and correct them before moving products forward
• Measure and cut leather; glue and assemble components
• Dye, paint, edge, and finish leather
• Assist with pattern layout and product preparation
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and other production equipment
• Assist with CNC-related tasks as needed
• Keep your workstation clean and organized
• Help with other leathercraft and production duties as needed

You must maintain both quality and a steady production pace. Careful work matters, and so does completing it efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to Lone Oak, Texas
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow instructions and established safety procedures
• Ability to accept direct, constructive feedback and correct mistakes
• Ability to work independently once trained and contribute to a small team
• Comfort using hand tools, power tools, and industrial equipment
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks, stand for extended periods, and lift and move leather, supplies, and shop materials

Preferred Experience

• One or more years of leather stitching experience
• Industrial sewing machine experience
• Leathercraft, manufacturing, or production experience
• CNC operation or programming knowledge

Attendance & Workplace Expectations

We are a small team, and each employee’s work affects our production schedule and customers. You must arrive on time, be ready to work, and communicate promptly when an issue affects your attendance.

We expect employees to stay focused, use work time productively, and take responsibility for their work. Personal phone use must not interfere with production or safety.

Professional, respectful conduct is required. Threats, intimidation, bullying, harassment, fighting, and disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

Feedback is part of learning the craft. You must be willing to listen, make corrections, and improve. Mistakes should be brought forward and corrected—not hidden or passed along.

Time Off & Missed Work

We do not provide paid time off (PTO). Employees must give at least two weeks’ advance notice when requesting a planned unpaid vacation. Vacation requests are subject to approval based on staffing and production needs.

If you are sick or running late, notify us as soon as possible. Employees who miss scheduled hours due to illness or lateness may be required to make up those hours within the same pay period, depending on the current workload and available scheduling. Any make-up time must be coordinated with and approved by management, subject to applicable leave and accommodation requirements.

Safety & Work Environment

This is a physically active leather workshop with industrial sewing machines, CNC equipment, sharp tools, power tools, firearms, and ammunition. You will also work around leather, dust, dyes, adhesives, and finishing products.

The shop has air conditioning and heat, but it can become warm during Texas summers.

Employees must report to work sober, alert, and able to work safely. Illegal drug use on company property and working while impaired are prohibited.

Required attire:

• Closed-toe tennis shoes or other appropriate work shoes
• Clothing that will not catch in machinery

Open-toed shoes, sandals, Crocs, and excessively loose or baggy clothing are not permitted. Following safety rules is a condition of employment.

Interview & Skills Assessment

All interviews include a hands-on stitching test.

Experienced applicants will be evaluated on their stitching skills. Entry-level applicants will be evaluated on their ability to follow instructions, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.

Applicants who list CNC experience must also be prepared to demonstrate their knowledge through a hands-on or knowledge-based assessment.

How to Apply

Before applying, visit www.bustedbleather.com to see what we make and learn about our shop.

Submit your resume through Indeed. Applications without a resume will not be considered.

Include an accurate employment history and current telephone number and email address. Employment gaps do not automatically disqualify you, but we may ask about them. You are not expected to disclose private medical or other sensitive personal information.

If contacted, please respond promptly. We are looking for someone who wants to learn, contribute, and build their skills as part of our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-the-job training

Application Question(s):

• This position requires a pre-employment criminal background check. Are you willing to complete this screening?
• Do you have any felony convictions?
• Are you legally eligible to possess and handle firearms and ammunition under applicable federal and Texas law, with no legal restriction prohibiting you from doing so?
• What experience do you have with leather stitching, industrial sewing machines, leathercraft, or production work? If you have CNC experience, describe the equipment and tasks you have performed.
• Are you willing to complete a hands-on stitching test during your interview and, if you list CNC experience, demonstrate that knowledge?
• This job involves standing, sitting, repetitive handwork, lifting and moving materials, and safely using tools and machinery. Can you perform these duties, with or without reasonable accommodation?
• This position does not provide PTO. Planned unpaid vacations require at least two weeks’ notice and approval. Missed hours due to illness or lateness may need to be made up within the same pay period, depending on workload and applicable requirements. Can you meet these expectations?
• Tell us about a time a supervisor asked you to correct your work. How did you respond, and what did you do to prevent the mistake from happening again?
• The starting pay is $12–$18 per hour, based on experience and demonstrated skill, with entry-level candidates starting at $12. Does this range meet your expectations?
• After reviewing our website, what interests you about working at Busted B Leather?
• Describe a task that required you to maintain accuracy while doing repetitive work. How did you stay focused?
• If you notice a mistake in your work that could delay production, what would you do?
• Once you finish an assigned task, how do you decide what to work on next?
• If selected, when would you be available to start?

Ability to Commute:

• Lone Oak, TX 75453 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $18