Sewing Machine Operators
- Kerrville, TX, United States
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Job details
- Experience
- Minimum 1 year of professional industrial sewing experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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 and 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 1 year 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
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience manufacturing tactical gear, military equipment, backpacks, plate carriers, pouches, or load-bearing systems
- Experience working with Cordura, ballistic nylon, webbing, hook and 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 WetWrx?
- 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
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
More about this job
Skills
- Technical drawings
- Troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Work independently
- Heavy lifting
- Documentation