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Embosser, Leather

Aliases: Embosser – Press Man

Industry/Sector(s): Leather

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks an Embosser, Leather is expected to perform include:

Operating the machine to imprint designs on leather or leather articles such as wallets, cushions and key cases

Selecting specified embossing plate, bolting plates into chase, positioning and securing them into the ram of machine

Turning the switch or steam valve to heat plate to specified temperature according to type of leather

Pulling the lever to lowers ram and impress designs on leather or article

Making bed for embossing plate using cardboard and paper

WORK ENVIRONMENT ²

It needs one to be on their toes

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Factories usually work for 6 days a week for 8 hours everyday. This may vary from factory to factory

Shift system is available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL), Both Leg (BL) and those who have Hearing Impaired (HH)

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ²

Minimum – 8^thpass

KEY COMPETENCIES ²

Proficient in handling the machine

Knowledge of different types of prints

Knowledge of thickness of leather

Proficient in ensuring that the pressure put to emboss is adequate

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ²

Not applicable

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES ⁴

Footwear Design & Development Institute, Noida

Central Footwear Training Institute, Chennai & Agra

Government Leather Technology College, Kolkata

LabourNet Services India Pvt Ltd

IL&FS Skills Development Corporation Ltd

Indian Institute of Leather Products (IILP)

KILT, Karnataka

Central Institute of Vocational Education

Mirams Training Services India Pvt Ltd

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

http://www.cftichennai.in/

http://www.leatherindia.org/documents/pdf/guidelines_support-to-artisans.pdf

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

Coming soon

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ²

Embosser, Leather → Assistant Supervisor, Tanning → Supervisor, Tanning → Foreman, Tanning

Transfer option

India: Yes

Abroad: Yes

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EXPECTED EARNINGS ²

For freshers - ₹ 4,500 to ₹ 5,000 per month

For candidates with 1-2 years of experience or more - ₹ 5,500 to ₹ 6,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ²

At least 2-3 years of relevant work experience

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ²

Tanneries across India

KEYWORDS ²

Embosser – Press Man

Embosser – Press Operator

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	7535.1500	Embosser, Leather
ISCO 2008	7535	Pelt Dressers, Tanners and Fellmongers
NIC 2008	15116; 15119	Embroidering and embossing of leather articles; Other tanning, curing, finishing, embossing etc. of leather
QP Reference	NA	NA
NSQF	NA	NA

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 7
2	Oral interview - A leather expert with experience of 20 years
3	Post Identified to be reserved for persons with disabilities Group C Report
4	http://www.fddiindia.com http://www.cftichennai.in http://www.cftiagra.org.in/english/contact_us.html http://www.gcelt.gov.in/support/page/admission.php http://labournet.in http://www.ilfsets.com http://www.leatherindia.org http://www.kiltbangalore.ac.in http://www.cive.org http://mirams-india.com/About_us.html
5	“Human Resource and Skill Requirements in the Leather and Leather Goods Sector (2013?17, 2017?22) – A Report” released by NSDC
6	http://www.ibef.org/exports/leather-industry-india.aspx
7	http://www.dsir.gov.in/reports/isr1/Leather%20and%20Footwear/3_5.pdf

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