How do they match: Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders

  • Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders

  • Production Worker
  • Arch Cushion Press Operator
  • Boot and Shoe Repairman
  • Buckler and Lacer
  • Die Press Operator
  • Insole Presser
  • Shoe Sewing Machine Operator and Tender
  • Vulcanizing Press Operator

  • Draw thread through machine guide slots, needles, and presser feet in preparation for stitching, or load rolls of wire through machine axles.
  • Fill shuttle spools with thread from a machine's bobbin winder by pressing a foot treadle.
  • Select and place spools of thread or pre-wound bobbins into shuttles, or onto spindles or loupers of stitching machines.
  • Staple sides of shoes, pressing a foot treadle to position and hold each shoe under the feeder of the machine.
  • Switch on machines, lower pressure feet or rollers to secure parts, and start machine stitching, using hand, foot, or knee controls.
  • Test machinery to ensure proper functioning before beginning production.

  • Assemble garments or textile products.
  • Clean production equipment.
  • Conduct test runs of production equipment.
  • Feed materials or products into or through equipment.
  • Load materials into production equipment.
  • Maintain production or processing equipment.
  • Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
  • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
  • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
  • Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.
  • Select production input materials.