Skills & competences

Description

Shoemaking and related machine operators monitor and operate machines which produce and repair standard or special footwear, handbags and other accessories, mainly made of leather.
Tasks include -
(a) operating and monitoring machines which mark patterns and cut shoe parts;
(b) operating and monitoring machines which sew shoe parts together, or edge, polish, or apply ornaments and perform finishing tasks;
(c) operating and monitoring machines which produce luggage, handbags, belts and other accessories, as well as other items such as saddles, collars or harnesses.
Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Machine operator (footwear production)
Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- Handicraft worker (leather) - 7318
- Cobbler - 7536