Hard Skills
IntermediateLeather Grading and SelectionThe ability to inspect leather hides for defects, grain consistency, and thickness to ensure they meet quality standards for specific products.
AdvancedPrecision Manual CuttingProficiency in using specialized knives, shears, and rotary cutters to accurately follow patterns on leather hides without damaging the material.
IntermediatePattern Nesting and Yield OptimizationThe skill of strategically placing patterns on a hide to maximize surface area usage and minimize scrap material.
FoundationalSharp Tool Safety and MaintenanceMaintaining cutting tools such as blades and clicker dies while strictly following safety protocols to prevent workplace injuries.