Yoakum, Texas, United States · On-site
Description Job Description: Stitcher / Leatherwork Craftsman Do you take pride in creating high-quality leather goods with attention to detail? Are you passionate about craftsmanship and working with your hands? Do the …
Skills: Industrial Sewing, Leatherwork, Hand-stitching, Upholstery, Material Preparation
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The Stitcher is responsible for assembling leather products, including tack, saddles, and pads, using industrial sewing machines and hand-stitching. They must ensure high-quality craftsmanship through precise alignment, material preparation, and quality inspections.
Candidates need at least 2 years of experience in leatherwork, saddlery, or textile sewing. Proficiency with industrial sewing machines and hand tools like punches and awls is required.
Description
Job Description: Stitcher / Leatherwork Craftsman
Do you take pride in creating high-quality leather goods with attention to detail?
Are you passionate about craftsmanship and working with your hands?
Do the values of stewardship, versatility, and family resonate strongly with you?
Do you find the improvement of people’s lives through stewardship of God-given resources inspiring?
Then Circle Brands is right for you!
Stitcher / Leatherwork Craftsman Summary
The Stitcher / Leatherwork Craftsman plays a key role in stitching and assembling leather products across tack, saddles, and pads, ensuring durability and quality craftsmanship.
Stitcher / Leatherwork Craftsman Responsibilities
- Operate various industrial sewing machines for leather and fabric materials.
- Perform hand-stitching on custom or detailed projects.
- Prepare materials through marking, trimming, and punching.
- Assemble leather components based on specs and production orders.
- Inspect stitching for quality and alignment.
- Assist in pad quilting and foam shaping.
- Repair or rework returned items.
- Organize workspace and label materials.
- Communicate shortages or machine issues to supervision.
- Support cross-training efforts.
- All other duties as assigned by management
Stitcher / Leatherwork Craftsman Skills and Competencies
- Experience in stitching or upholstery (preferably leather).
- Strong detail orientation for stitch spacing and quality.
- Able to follow production orders and templates.
- Comfortable using hand tools like punches and awls.
- Knowledge of industrial sewing machines and troubleshooting.
Stitcher / Leatherwork Craftsman Qualifications
- 2+ years in leatherwork, saddlery, or textile sewing.
- Familiarity with tack/saddle construction a plus.
- Willingness to cross-train and adapt to multiple areas.
Work Environment
Work occurs in manufacturing and sewing room environments with variable temperatures, fibers, and adhesives.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Profit Sharing
- Counseling
Handmade Saddles Since 1960
Circle Y Saddles, Inc. is America’s Leading Saddle Brand. Circle Y has saddled up with generations of western riders from professional to novice since 1960. Based in the small Texas town of Yoakum, Circle Y handcrafts high-quality saddles and tack with the heritage and tradition that started the brand. The more comfortable a horse is in his saddle, the better the performance. Circle Y intensely focuses on saddle fitting a variety of horse conformations to result in saddle choices for horses and riders of all sizes. Find Circle Y gear exclusively through authorized dealers throughout the United States, Canada, and worldwide. Learn more by visiting CircleY.com.
Offices: 1708 N South St, Yoakum, Texas 77995, US
Handmade Saddles Since 1960
Circle Y Saddles, Inc. is America’s Leading Saddle Brand. Circle Y has saddled up with generations of western riders from professional to novice since 1960. Based in the small Texas town of Yoakum, Circle Y handcrafts high-quality saddles and tack with the heritage and tradition that started the brand. The more comfortable a horse is in his saddle, the better the performance. Circle Y intensely focuses on saddle fitting a variety of horse conformations to result in saddle choices for horses and riders of all sizes. Find Circle Y gear exclusively through authorized dealers throughout the United States, Canada, and worldwide. Learn more by visiting CircleY.com.
Offices: 1708 N South St, Yoakum, Texas 77995, US
