​Did you know there are over 50 businesses in Tucson (and over 200 in Phoenix Metro) that require sewing machine operators and related jobs?


​But here's the problem....Right now, the workforce is LOW. Industrial sewers, technicians, digital pattern makers, and 3D Modelers are needed more than ever.

So what's the solution?
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Provide a simplified and effective training program to grow the workforce, and create a hub for the industry in Arizona.

FREE OF CHARGE TO PARTICIPANTS
 
This is where we come in. Learn more below... ​

What will the training include? 

​Moonshot, together with Tucson-based Sonoran Stitch Factory, will conduct the training program which features 8-week courses in industrial sewing, digital pattern making, 3D modeling and entrepreneurship. There will also be training for sewing machine technicians and logistics and fulfillment. 

After training, where can I find work? 

  • Sewing and Vacuum Stores
  • Embroidery
  • Interior Design Products including Window Treatments
  • Design/Promotional Businesses (Tshirts, hats, etc)
  • Airline/Automotive Interiors 
  • Apparel Manufacturing 
  • Canvas products for Boating/Awnings
  • Furniture Upholstery
  • Sample/Prototyping
  • Leatherwork
  • Clothing Boutiques
  • Tailors/Alteration businesses
  • Bridal/Special Occasion
  • ​NOTE: Careers in industrial sewing are expected to offer graduates starting wages of $15 an hour with annual earning potential as high as $75,000 to $100,000 as training is extended. ​

Sample Training Topics 

  • ​Safety
  • Sewing Terms/Language
  • Understanding Garment Construction
  • Upskill option: Other garments (specialty)
  • Patterns
    • ​a. Upskill option: Other garments (speciality)
    • ​b. Upskill option: Cutting
  • Stitch Types
    • Upskill Option: Speciality Machines
  • Machine Operations
  • ​ Hand Sewing 

Pascua Yaqui Tribe Partnership

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The AZ Stitch Lab Program also creates a unique collaboration with the Pascua Yaqui Tribe which will assist with sourcing candidates for the eight cohorts of training organized by Moonshot. The emphasis on creating employment pathways for tribal members who were impacted heavily by the recent pandemic is another win for our collective community.

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