Industrial Sewing Machine Operator (Tactical Gear Manufacturing)

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 experiencedIndustrial 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.