Sewing Technician

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE:

Monday - Thursday 7 AM - 5:30 PM
TRAVEL:
Minimal (less than 10%) Occasional travel may be required, including day trips, overnight, and out-of-state travel.

LOCATION:

Riverside, California (On-site)
SALARY: $17.50 - $21.00 DOE

This is a full-time, temporary position expected to last approximately 12 months. While employment is intended for the duration of the assignment, all employment remains at will.

* Our products incorporate leather; a material derived from animal sources. Team members in all roles may be required to handle or work near leather materials.*

At Phenix Technology Inc., we don't just manufacture fire helmets—we build products that protect the people who protect others.

For more than 50 years, we've proudly designed and manufactured American-made fire helmets trusted by firefighters around the world. We believe exceptional products begin with exceptional people, which is why we're committed to creating a workplace where employees are empowered to grow, improve, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Our Core Values guide every decision we make and every interaction we have. They define who weare and what we expect from ourselves every day.

• Make Excellence Our Habit
• Leave the World a Better Place
• Create an Environment of Joy
• Focus on Continuous Improvement

You're a skilled, detail-oriented individual who takes pride in craftsmanship and producing consistent, high-quality work. You understand that precision matters and that even the smallest details can have an impact on the quality and performance of the finished product.

You're comfortable working with industrial sewing equipment, using measurements and specifications to guide your work, and preparing materials before they reach the sewing machine. You enjoy working with your hands, staying focused on detailed tasks, and seeing raw materials become a finished product.

Most importantly, you understand that the work you perform contributes to products firefighters depend on, and you take that responsibility seriously.

You are someone who:

• Takes pride in craftsmanship and producing quality work.
• Has exceptional attention to detail and notices imperfections others may overlook.
• Enjoys working with your hands and performing detailed, precision-based work.
• Is comfortable working with industrial sewing equipment and different types of materials.
• Understands that proper preparation is essential to producing a quality finished product.
• Can maintain consistency and accuracy while meeting production expectations.
• Takes ownership of your work and can be counted on by your teammates.
• Follows established processes while looking for opportunities to improve them.
• Is comfortable learning new products, materials, and sewing techniques.
• Communicates when something doesn't look right rather than allowing a quality issue to continue.
• Accepts feedback with a positive attitude and is always looking to improve.
• Values teamwork and willingly supports others when needed.
• Takes safety seriously—for yourself and those around you.
• Wants to be part of a company where the work you perform has a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do

Sewing & Material Preparation

• Prepare raw materials and assemblies for sewing, including pinning, marking, trimming, measuring, and other required preparation tasks.
• Operate industrial sewing machines to fasten and attach materials used in the manufacture of Phenix products.
• Sew required materials, including support tapes, webbing, leather, and other components, according to established specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret work specification sheets, drawings, measurements, and production instructions.
• Use standard measuring devices accurately to ensure proper dimensions, placement, and consistency.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across repetitive and detailed sewing operations.
• Inspect materials before and during production and identify defects or inconsistencies that could affect the finished product.

Equipment & Quality

• Maintain sewing machine readiness by ensuring machines are properly threaded, stocked, adjusted, and prepared for production.
• Perform routine daily maintenance and adjustments on industrial sewing machines.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks as required.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and make appropriate machine adjustments when needed.
• Identify sewing, material, or equipment concerns and communicate issues to the Production Lead or appropriate team member.
• Perform in-process quality checks to ensure completed work meets Phenix quality standards.
• Accurately complete required production paperwork and records.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, and other team members to maintain efficient production flow.
• Assist with training new Sewing Technicians as requested.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation in accordance with Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives and…