Trim Uppers

Lucchese•El Paso, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trim Uppers associate works in the Fitting department and trims or sands excess lining material from boot uppers using a sanding machine or utility knife. The role involves preparing and inspecting leather components to ensure a clean, precise fit and quality before the pieces move to the next production stage. The associate supports production flow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while following company policies, quality standards, and safety requirements. The position is based at 40 Walter Jones Blvd., El Paso, TX 79906. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with possible overtime after the shift and/or on Saturdays depending on work needs. The stated workweek is 40–55 hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least two years of related experience in boot manufacturing, leather goods production, or a similar industrial manufacturing environment.
Ability to visually inspect finished components for quality compliance.
Ability to read and interpret work orders and production instructions.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to multitask and transition efficiently between operations.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven manufacturing environment.
Ability to operate production machinery and hand tools.
Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
Ability to follow instructions and meet production and quality requirements.
Commitment to workplace safety and teamwork.
Ability to work standing for extended periods of eight-hour shifts and perform frequent repetitive hand and wrist movements.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as needed; heavier items may be moved with assistance or mechanical lifting devices.
Ability to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach above shoulder level as required.
Ability to visually inspect products, equipment, production processes, and workplace conditions at close and distance.
Ability to hear and respond to verbal instructions, alarms, and other workplace communications.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with machinery, moving equipment, varying temperatures, noise, dust, and other typical industrial conditions while wearing required PPE.
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance and work scheduled hours.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in boot or footwear manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain upper boxes from the previous department and place them at the workstation.
Take upper pieces from the box, position them on the table, and trim or sand excess lining in pairs.
Place cleanly trimmed uppers in a box and take completed boxes to the next workstation.
Sharpen the knife using a knife-sharpening tool.
Keep the workstation organized and compliant with safety guidelines.
Meet daily production targets while maintaining quality expectations.
Follow company safety guidelines and applicable procedures.
Inspect leather pieces and finished components for proper trimming and quality compliance.
Rotate between workstations as needed without compromising efficiency or quality.
Follow work orders, production instructions, standard operating procedures, and process specifications.
Report and escalate hazards, safety incidents, process concerns, and improvement opportunities through the appropriate channels.
Assist other work areas as directed by management.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and work scheduled hours.