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Leather Designer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Chrome Hearts

Cutter - Leather Shop

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20.25/hr

... designs, was conceived in 1988 by Richard Stark in Los Angeles. Honoring a commitment to quality ... The Leather Cutter is responsible for inspecting the leather, selecting areas to be cut ...

Chrome Hearts

Sewer - Leather

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

... designs, was conceived in 1988 by Richard Stark in Los Angeles. Honoring a commitment to quality ... SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE As a Leather Sewer at Chrome Hearts, your role is pivotal in the crafting of our ...

safariland

Product Designer

Ontario, CA

Design cowhide leather holsters, pouches and accessories * Design molded foam/nylon holsters, belts and accessories * Design injection molded and thermo-formed plastic components with emphasis on ...

safariland

Product Designer

Ontario, CA · On-site

Design cowhide leather holsters, pouches and accessories * Design molded foam/nylon holsters, belts and accessories * Design injection molded and thermo-formed plastic components with emphasis on ...

Safariland

Product Designer

Ontario, CA · On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

Design cowhide leather holsters, pouches and accessories * Design molded foam/nylon holsters, belts and accessories * Design injection molded and thermo-formed plastic components with emphasis on ...

Buck Mason

Design Director, Women's Wovens

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$135K - $165K/yr

Advanced understanding of fabrics, particularly woven textiles and leather * Strong vintage knowledge across both designer and traditional categories; ability to translate references into modern ...

Ford Motor Company

Seat Trim Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

You'll start strong on the floor while actively contributing ideas that shape better designs ... Work directly with foams, frames, substrates, and a wide range of materials (leather, fabric, vinyl ...

Ford Motor Company

Seat Trim Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

You'll start strong on the floor while actively contributing ideas that shape better designs ... Work directly with foams, frames, substrates, and a wide range of materials (leather, fabric, vinyl ...

Living Spaces

Cutter

La Mirada, CA · On-site

$19 - $25.35/hr

... designed furniture. Will be responsible for preparing fabrics for clean cuts. This includes ... Measure and cut fabric or leather pieces by eyeing it and/or with the aid of patterns or stencils ...

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Living Spaces - Corporate

Cutter

La Mirada, CA · On-site

$19 - $25.35/hr

... designed furniture. Will be responsible for preparing fabrics for clean cuts. This includes ... Measure and cut fabric or leather pieces by eyeing it and/or with the aid of patterns or stencils ...

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Itoya Topdrawer Corporation

Key Holder

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

We serve a community of impossibly creative people with beautifully designed tools for living, traveling, and creating--fountain pens, notebooks, house shoes, small leather goods, sunglasses, bags ...

Itoya Topdrawer Corporation

Key Holder

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

We serve a community of impossibly creative people with beautifully designed tools for living, traveling, and creating--fountain pens, notebooks, house shoes, small leather goods, sunglasses, bags ...

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What is a leather designer?

A Leather Designer creates and develops leather products such as handbags, footwear, garments, and accessories. They are responsible for selecting leather materials, designing patterns, and working with manufacturers to produce high-quality goods. The role requires creativity, knowledge of leather properties, and skills in cutting, stitching, and finishing techniques. Leather Designers often stay updated on fashion trends and sustainability practices to create innovative and eco-friendly designs.

What are the typical responsibilities of a leather designer on a day-to-day basis?

As a Leather Designer, your daily tasks often include researching fashion trends, sketching new designs, selecting appropriate leathers and hardware, and preparing technical specifications for prototypes. You will frequently collaborate with production teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure your designs are feasible and meet project requirements. Additionally, you may supervise the sample-making process, make adjustments based on feedback, and visit leather suppliers to source materials. This dynamic role requires balancing creative work with practical project management and quality control.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the leather designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Leather Designer, you need strong skills in fashion or product design, a good understanding of materials and tanning processes, and usually a degree in design or a related field. Proficiency with CAD software, pattern-making tools, and knowledge of industry-specific materials and technologies is highly valuable. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication help Leather Designers collaborate with suppliers, clients, and team members. These skills ensure that designers can create innovative, functional, and marketable leather goods suited to client and industry demands.

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Cutter - Leather Shop

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Chrome Hearts
Jewelry, Luggage, and Leather Goods Stores • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Chrome Heartsexternal

$20.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

CHROME HEARTS®, the Fine Jewelry, Accessories, Shoes, Fragrance & Home Goods company renowned for its sophisticated life-inspired designs, was conceived in 1988 by Richard Stark in Los Angeles. Honoring a commitment to quality materials and timeless design, CHROME HEARTS® now has thirty+ stores across North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in the most exclusive boutiques around the world.
SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE
The Leather Cutter works with a variety of materials to layout, mark, and trim a pattern for articles such as furniture, apparel, or accessories. They may work with skins or tanned hides using shears or a cutting table. The Leather Cutter is responsible for inspecting the leather, selecting areas to be cut, positioning pieces on the leather and other materials, matching leather good components (pieces) and checking cut pieces against specifications and quality requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Prepare work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting leather rolls and patterns
  • Roll leather and patterns on to the cutting table
  • Lays out, marks, and cuts leather or skins into parts for articles, for example garments and garment trim using leather knife or shears
  • Lays leather or skins on cutting table and positions pattern pieces on leather or skins to determine number of cuts.
  • Lays leather side on table, positions dies on leather to obtain maximum number of cuts from side, and strikes die with mallet to cut out part.
  • May also punch holes in parts, using kick press.
  • Approve materials by inspecting materials for flaws
  • Uses various machines to size and cut leather and patterns according to specifications
  • Maintain quality by inspecting finished product
  • Maintain a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive routine
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area and follow safety protocols
  • Contribute to the teams' efforts by accomplishing related results as needed

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Some experience in leather goods manufacturing preferred.
  • Candidates are expected to learn all responsibilities in an adequate time frame
  • Must be able to work well with others and have excellent communication skills
  • Must possess basic measuring skills
  • Must possess the ability to read and write
  • Ability to handle a physical workload
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Eager to take on responsibility with a personal sense of accountability
  • Perform work in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and laws or regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time, some walking. Employees are regularly required to talk and/or hear. Employees will be expected to repeat much of the physical motions throughout the shift that may include use of their feet, legs, arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. This work will involve a variety of hand operations requiring a high degree of manual dexterity and close visual attention. The employee must be able to carry and/or lift up to 50 lbs if needed.
BENEFITS
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

The pay range for this role is:
$20.25 + (plus) per hour depending on level of experience
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Chrome Hearts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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