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Posted June 25, 2026

Sewing Machine Operator

OUTDOOR RESEARCH LLC
Los Angeles, CA, United States Full Time
Compensation: $16.90 Hourly
Reference: OUTDOOR RESEARCH LLC_7181410

About the Organization
About the Organization

Since 1981, Outdoor Research has been building award-winning outdoor clothing and gear. We stand behind every product we make with the Outdoor Research Infinite Guarantee• warranty. Find out how we were born from our founder Ron Gregg's research-led approach to problem solving, and discover the origins of our first products in Our Story. Discover our roots in U.S. manufacturing, our legacy in Made in the USA tactical gloves, and our response to the COVID-19 pandemic with the development of face masks and medical-grade personal protective equipment in Protection. Learn about our product processes using recycled materials, how we enforce the safety and wellbeing of our workplaces, and our commitment to all people and the planet in Responsibility. Meet some of our community members who work to create safe, accessible, and equitable outdoor spaces in our Community Partnerships and our Ambassadors. We'd be thrilled to have you join the team and find your Career at Outdoor Research.

Outdoor Research Values

Curiosity: We are constantly striving to learn and improve ourselves. In our products, as a brand, as a team, and as individuals.

Passion: We love what we do and take pride in sharing our work with others.

Innovation: We are complex problem solvers.

Collaboration: We are better together.

Community: We embrace the collective impact we can have from our diverse perspectives; on each other, society, and our environment.

Position
Sewing Machine Operator

Description

Location: Los Angeles

Position: Full-Time

Compensation: $16.90 per hour

About this role

The Sewer is responsible for assembling components of ultra cold-weather gloves and outdoor products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position operates one or more industrial sewing machines to produce high-quality products while meeting production and quality standards. The Sewer reports directly to the Director of Manufacturing and must be flexible and adaptable to changing production processes and workflow.

Position Requirements

What you should bring to the table
  • Attention to detail
  • Factory level sewing experience with any of the following machines:
    • Single needle
    • Double needle
    • Bartacker
    • Bonis machine
    • Seam seal machine
  • Working understanding of garment construction and good sewing quality
  • Familiar with factory sewing / cutting equipment / operational procedures / safety standards
  • Minimum 3 years factory experience in technical apparel or gloves

What do we bring to the table?
  • Potential for Bonus
  • 11 paid holidays each year and 3 floating holidays
  • PTO
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
  • 401K with discretionary company match
  • Product discounts


Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
California

EOE Statement
OR is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in an unlawful manner. Employment-related decisions are made based on an individual's qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or military status, genetic information, political ideology or other applicable protected class status. This commitment extends to all employment practices including selection, hiring, placement, recruitment advertising, promotion or transfer, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, demotion, layoff, or separation. All employment decisions are based upon the qualifications of the individual and the job requirements.

OR supports this commitment with an Affirmative Action Program, which is updated annually. The
objectives of the Affirmative Action Program are to ensure that our team reflects the diversity of our local community. We fully support affirmative action to include women, ethnic minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities throughout our workforce. The OR Affirmative Action Program is available for review by all employees and is maintained in the Human Resources Department.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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