Hard Skills
IntermediateManual Leather CuttingThe technique of using specialized hand knives, shears, or rotary cutters to precisely follow footwear patterns on leather hides.
AdvancedLeather Grading and InspectionIdentifying natural defects such as scars, bites, or veins in hides and determining the quality zones for different shoe parts.
IntermediatePattern Nesting and OptimizationStrategically placing pattern templates on a hide to maximize surface area utilization and minimize leather scrap.
IntermediateDie Cutting Machine OperationSetting up and operating hydraulic clicking machines or mechanical presses using metal dies to cut leather parts.
FoundationalOccupational Health and Safety (OHS) ComplianceStrict adherence to safety standards regarding sharp tools, machinery guarding, and personal protective equipment (PPE).