Leather Craftsman in Manama

Leather craftsman constructs, decorates, and repairs a wide variety of leather products using hand and machine tools.

Responsibilities:

Design and pattern making: Create or follow patterns to measure and cut leather pieces for products like bags, shoes, and belts.

Construction: Join leather pieces using a variety of methods, including hand or machine stitching, glue, and rivets.

Finishing: Apply stains, dyes, wax, and polish to the leather to achieve a desired look and finish.

Decoration: Embellish products through techniques like stamping, engraving, and painting.

Repair: Inspect leather goods for damage and repair them by replacing parts, re-sewing seams, or reconditioning materials.

Quality control: Inspect finished items to ensure they meet quality standards and are free of defects.

Skills and tools

Skills: Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to cooperate with others are important.

Tools: This role requires proficiency with hand tools, such as knives and punches, as well as sewing and buffing machines.

Materials: Workers use a variety of leathers and other materials like fabric, fleece, and wood.