Sand Counters

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Full Time Production El Paso, TX, US

Job Title :
Sand Counters

Department Name Sole leather

Effective Date:
09-30-2026

Reports to (title):
Lasting/Sole Leather Supervisor

# of Direct Reports: N/A

# Indirect Reports: N/A

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-time

Average

Work Schedule:

6 AM - 2:30 PM from Monday to Friday with possible overtime after the shift and/or on Saturdays depending on work needs.

Location:

At Lucchese, craftmanship is the foundation of our brand. Responsible for sanding and preparing the counters for boots to ensure they meet quality and production specifications. Operates sanding equipment and performs finishing work on boot components before the next stage of production.

• The position will include cleaning and preparation ofall counter surfaces.
• Sand counters remove scratches,stains, old finish, and surface imperfections.
• Progress through appropriate sandpaper grits toachieve a smooth, uniform surface. Vacuum and wipedown all surfaces to remove sanding dust.
• Inspect imperfection sand perform additional sanding as needed. Leave counters properly prepared forthe final finishor coating.
• Clean the workarea and disposeof sanding debris.

• All responsibilities mentioned below can be modified, but not limited to, based on the company’s needs.
• Sand boot counters according to production specifications.
• Smooth and shape the counter to achieve the required finish and fit.
• Operate sanding equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect counters for rough edges, excess material, and surface imperfections.
• Ensure each boot meets established quality standards.
• Maintain consistent production speed and accuracy.
• Follow work instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Keep the work area and equipment clean and organized.
• Report defective materials or equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Perform other production duties as assigned.
• Follow all company safety, PPE, and production procedures.
• Meet established production quantities and quality targets.
• Follow all safety guidelines.
• Always keep the working area clean.
• Assist in other areas as needed to meet production needs.

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow production tickets and work orders accurately.
• Manufacturing or footwear-production experience preferred.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive work for extended periods.
• Ability to follow work instructions and safety procedures.
• Reliable, quality-focused, and able to work as part of a production team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to meet daily production quotas while maintaining quality standards.
• Willingness to work overtime as production demands require.

• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local occupational safety regulations.
• Lead by example in promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and hazard awareness throughout the production team.
• Ensure team members consistently use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe work practices.
• Conduct routine safety observations, workplace inspections, and housekeeping activities to identify and address potential hazards.
• immediately report, investigate, and document workplace injuries, near misses, unsafe conditions, and safety incidents, implementing corrective and preventive actions as appropriate.
• Ensure employees receive required safety training and reinforce compliance with established safety procedures and safe operating practices.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including evacuation procedures, emergency response protocols, and participation in safety drills.
• Stop or suspend work when an unsafe condition presents an immediate risk to employees, equipment, product quality, or the environment, and promptly notify management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.

• Maintain consistent output aligned with departmental productivity standards.
• Minimize rework by adhering to process specifications and visual inspection standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility to rotate stations without compromising efficiency or quality.
• Ensure all products meet Lucchese quality…