What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Sewing Machine Operator (Tactical Gear Manufacturing) position at Tactical Revolution, LLC?
Description
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.
Requirements
- 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
- Due to the nature of the work and applicable U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 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.
Salary : $22 - $30