Rub & Turn Uppers

Department: Fitting | Location: El Paso, TX 40 Walter Jones Blvd. 79906 | Full-time, 40–55 hours/week | Schedule: Monday–Friday 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; overtime and Saturday shifts may be required. Reports to Manufacturing Supervisor. Effective 10/20/2026.

About the role

The Rub and Turn Uppers Operator is responsible for turning stitched boot uppers right side out and rubbing down seams to create a smooth, flat, and uniform finish in preparation for subsequent fitting and lasting operations. This role requires careful handling of leather to avoid stretching, scratching, creasing, or damaging decorative stitching, as well as the proper use of hand tools, rubbing machines, and, where required, heat or adhesive to set seams. The operator inspects each upper before and after turning for defects such as open or broken stitches, puckering, misaligned seams, wrinkles, or leather damage, and reports issues to the supervisor or quality control. The position also involves maintaining a clean and safe work area, following all safety procedures, meeting daily production targets, and working closely with the fitting and quality control teams to support efficient workflow and consistent Lucchese craftsmanship.

The Rub and Turn Uppers Operator works within the fitting department and is responsible for turning and rubbing down stitched boot uppers for all assigned styles and production orders. The scope of this role begins when stitched uppers are received from the stitching operation and ends when turned, properly rubbed, and inspected uppers are passed to the next fitting or lasting operation. Within this scope, the operator turns uppers right side out, rubs down and