Benefits:

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Position Summary

The position is a hybrid role that bridges production operations and design/sample development. This position ensures that our processes are efficient, quality is high, and the translation from design to finished product is smooth, repeatable, and well documented. It’s a crucial back-bone role that will plug gaps and strengthen our throughput.

Key Responsibilities

Production

Operate hot and cold cutting machinery to prep raw materials

Maintain material inventory — tracking, restocking, reporting discrepancies

Perform bartacking, and reinforcement sewing operations for in house and home sewer orders

Assist with processing in house and home sewer orders for pick up

Support for Finale Inventory system (BOMs, Cost Sheets, Inventory, misc)

Oversee quality control checks (in-process and final) to ensure specs and tolerances are met

Assist supervisor in daily workflow planning to meet production targets

Assist with accessory kit building

Maintain a clean and organized work space

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Perform additional tasks as assigned by management

Design / Sample / Process Development

Build and assemble samples per design specs.

Execute time studies on sample builds to inform costing, labor estimates, and process improvements

Work with design/engineering to iterate sample adjustments and feedback loops.

Create sewing procedure documentation, process steps, and sequence workflows.

Produce instructional sewing videos or media to train production staff and future hires.

Work on approved designs and concepts on approved days.

Required Experience, Qualifications & Skills

Experience in a cut & sew / sewn product manufacturing environment (bags, gear, tactical, outdoor, etc.)

Familiarity with industrial sewing machines, reinforcing operations (bartack, bar-tack, zigzag, etc.)

Strong attention to detail and quality orientation

Ability to read technical specs, patterns, and interpret design adjustments

Good organizational and tracking skills for inventory and materials

Aptitude for process documentation, video capture, and training style communication

Proactive problem solver; comfortable working in hybrid role (hands-on + strategic)

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

On-site role: lifts (e.g., material, gear) up to ~50 lbs

Standing / walking for extended periods

Working with machines, sharp tools, cutting, etc.

Some noise, movement, multi-task demands

What We Offer:

Health, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance Available after 90 days

401K Available after 1 year

Growth & Professional Development

Unique Work Environment

Competitive Pay DOE

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Hiring Company Description:

AXL designs and manufactures high-performance upgrades and stand alone products for Military and Law Enforcement for use with gear made by Crye Precision®, Spiritus Systems, FirstSpear®, Velocity Systems, Mayflower, S&S Precision, Ferro Concepts, LBT (London Bridge Traders), Eagle Industries, and other great Military/LE gear brands.

AXL Advanced is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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