Leather Cutter – Boots Production

Lucchese Bootmaker; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucchese Bootmaker in El Paso, TX, is seeking a Cut Upper Leather associate to prepare leather components for boot production. You will read production tickets, select hides, and cut components with dies or precision tools to meet design specs and minimize waste.

The role requires standing for long periods, attention to detail, and the ability to work with fast-paced production goals, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing or footwear production preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret production tickets and work orders.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive work for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime as production demands require.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret production tickets and work orders prior to cutting.
• Evaluate defects or flaws in the leather.
• Select appropriate cutting dies from tickets or orders.
• Cut leather components with cutting tools, ensuring size and shape accuracy.
• Double-check components and send to quality inspection.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation.
• Meet production quantities while upholding Lucchese quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Assist other areas as needed.

Skills

Read production tickets

Footwear production experience

Attention to detail

Stand for long periods

Follow work instructions

Teamwork

Quality focus

Meet production quotas

Willingness to overtime

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cutting machines

Cutting dies/patterns

Job description

Lucchese Bootmaker in El Paso, TX, is seeking a Cut Upper Leather associate to prepare leather components for boot production. You will read production tickets, select hides, and cut components with dies or precision tools to meet design specs and minimize waste.

The role requires standing for long periods, attention to detail, and the ability to work with fast-paced production goals, with overtime as needed.