leather goods machine operator

ergonomics in footwear and leather goods design

The principles used in the design of various styles of footwear and leather goods for the correct anatomic and ergonomic proportions and measurements.

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leather goods components

The various procedures and methods in the processing of leather materials and leather goods components like manufacturability and properties.  

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It includes the ecological concerns and the importance of recycling.

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leather goods manufacturing processes

The processes, technology and machinery involved in the leather goods manufacturing.  

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It includes a precise order of specific operations: skiving, folding, sewing and finishing.

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leather goods materials

The wide range of materials used in leather goods production: leather, leather substitutes (synthetics or artificial materials), textile, etc; the way of distinguishing among various materials based on their properties, advantages and limitations.

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leather goods quality

The quality specifications of materials, processes, and final products, the most common defects in leather, quick tests procedures, laboratory tests procedures and standards, and the adequate equipment for quality checks. 

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It includes the quality assurance of leather goods production processes and fundamental concepts on quality including leather goods quality framework and standards.

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functionalities of machinery

The machinery and equipment used and, in particular, the characteristics regarding functioning and calibration to ensure compliance with quality and product specifications, as well as the operator's safety.

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adapt to changing situations

Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.

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cooperate with colleagues

Cooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.

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ensure equipment maintenance

Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in the case of damage or flaws.

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execute working instructions

Understand, interpret and properly apply work instructions regarding different tasks in the workplace.

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follow work procedures

Adhere to procedures at work in a structured and systematic manner.

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identify with the company's goals

Act for the benefit of the company and for the achievement of its targets.

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maintain equipment

Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.

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use communication techniques

Apply techniques of communication which allow interlocutors to better understand each other and communicate accurately in the transmission of messages.

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automatic cutting systems for footwear and leather goods

The use and description of automatic systems technologies used in footwear and leather goods industry such as laser cutting, knife cutting, punch cutting, mill cutting, ultra-sound cutting, water jet cutting and the cutting machinery such as swing beam cutting presses, traveling head die cutting presses or strap cutting machines.

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pre-stitching processes and techniques for footwear and leather goods

Technology including machinery and techniques for the preparation for leather goods components and footwear uppers.

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apply basic rules of maintenance to leather goods and footwear machinery

Apply basic rules of maintenance and cleanliness on footwear and leather goods production equipment and machines that you operate.

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apply footwear and leather goods quality control techniques

Apply quality control in footwear and leather goods. Analyse the material, component or model using relevant quality criteria. Compare the material and other components received from the suppliers, or the final product, to standards. Use visual observation and report findings. Control the quantity of leather in the warehouse. Submit components to laboratory control test when necessary. Define the corrective measures when called for.

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apply machine cutting techniques for footwear and leather goods

Adjust and establish the machine technical operating parameters for cutting footwear and leather goods. Check and select the cutting dies, classification of the cut pieces against cutting restrictions, specifications and quality requirements. Check and complete the cutting orders. Perform simple procedures for maintenance of machines.

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apply methods for footwear and leather goods manufacturing

Produce technical specifications such as drawings, cards, and sheets for the stages of the production of footwear and leather goods. Analyse the technical sheets, defining the working methods. List the operation sequences and distribute the work for the manufacturing of each model.

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apply pre-stitching techniques

Apply pre-stitching techniques to footwear and leather goods in order to reduce thickness, to reinforce, to mark the pieces, to decorate or to reinforce their edges or surfaces. Be able to operate various machinery for splitting, skiving, folding, stitch marking, stamping, press punching, perforating, embossing, gluing, uppers pre-forming, crimping etc. Be able to adjust the working parameters of the machinery.

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detect product defects

Report in case the product arrives with a defect from previous processes. Understand the type of defect and send it to the right person.

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identify defects on raw hides

Analyse, identify and evaluate the possible defects present on raw hides/skins. Defects may be of natural origin, caused by bad practices at the farm, in transport, at the abattoir or generated during the manufacturing process.

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measure working time in goods production

Calculate and establish operative times in goods manufacturing using various method and techniques. Control the production timings, comparing with estimates.

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operate automatic cutting systems for footwear and leather goods

Work with the equipment's software. Digitise and mark the leather areas with faults in order to avoid them. Establish nesting and cutting restrictions for each pattern. Pick up, sort, upload patterns, check and complete cutting orders. Adjust the machines and equipment parameters and perform simple procedures for maintenance.

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prepare leather goods samples

Create, test and verify prototypes or samples of leather goods against a predefined set of criteria throughout all stages of the manufacturing process. Revise the initial design concepts and implement technical improvements.

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reduce environmental impact of footwear manufacturing

Assess the environmental impact of footwear manufacture and minimise environmental risks. Reduce environmentally harmful work practices in different stages of the footwear manufacturing.

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innovate in footwear and leather goods industry

Innovate in the footwear and leather goods sector. Evaluate new ideas and concepts to turn them into marketable products. Use entrepreneurial thinking in all stages of the product and process development to identify new business opportunities for the targeted markets.

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perform laboratory tests on footwear or leather goods

Perform laboratory quality control tests on footwear, leather goods or its materials or components following national and international standards. Prepare samples and procedures. Analyse and interpret tests results and produced reports. Cooperate with outsourced laboratories.

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perform packing of footwear and leather goods

Perform packing and expedition of footwear and leather goods. Perform a final inspection, pack, label, store the orders in the warehouse.

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