What are the responsibilities and job description for the Washer position at Lucchese?
Job Description
Job Title: Washer | Department Name: Packing | Effective Date: 02/20/2026 |
Reports to (title): Packing Supervisor | # of Direct Reports: N/A | # Indirect Reports: N/A |
Individual Contributor: XX Yes No | Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time | # Hours Per Week: 40-55 Hrs. |
Average Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with potential overtime after the regular shift and/or on Saturdays based on production needs. | Location: 40 Walter Jones Blvd. El Paso, TX 79906 |
Job Summary:
At Lucchese bootmaker, craftsmanship defines our brand. The washer associate is responsible for cleaning and condition, restoring, and maintaining cowboy boots made from various materials such as leather, suede, and exotic skins. This role ensures boots are returned to stores or customers in excellent condition, preserving their appearance, comfort, and durability.
Scope of job:
The Washer Inspects the boot for dirt, stains, scuffs, and damage before cleaning. They also select appropriate cleaning methods and products based on boot material needs. They also use brushes, cloths, or special tools to clean the boot if its dirty during the production process, they also use leather cleaners, conditioners, and waterproofing treatment if needed in certain leathers.
Duties/Responsibilities:
All responsibilities mentioned below can be modified but not limited based on the company’s needs.
- From the rack, remove one boot at a time and revise ticket to find the correct process of conditioning.
- Place the boot on the table, wipe the entire boot with leather conditioner.
- When necessary, get a brush or rag with cleaning solvent, to remove cement or paint.
- Return boot to the rack and after complete push the rack to the next staging area.
- Must meet a certain number of conditioning boots. (Productions quotas)
- The number of boots processed will depend on production flow and the specific boot style, as different styles are sorted accordingly for the washers.
- Racks will typically be worked with 6 pairs; however, if empty racks are not available, this may increase to up to 12 pairs per rack.
- Washers are expected to process boots promptly. The number of pairs completed will be counted and recorded.
- Washers will use Solvent Cleaner, Acetone, and Leather Conditioner to clean and treat the leather.
- Must support the department on different working stations.
- Always keep the working area clean.
- Follow all safety guidelines.
Quality & Production Expectations:
- Maintain daily production targets established by the department.
- Minimize rework and material wastes through carful craftsmanship.
- Support team production flow and meet departmental efficiency standards.
- Demonstrate commitment to craftsmanship and continuous improvement.
Required Skills/ Abilities
- Open to learn and perform cross training in different areas.
- Ability to lead by example and obtain support from co-workers and work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong team player with the ability to communicate effectively.
- Passion and desire for excellence by consistently exceeding quality expectations.
- Willingness to work overtime as production demands require.
- Will need to perform other duties as assigned.
Education, experience, and/ certifications
- High school Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in boot manufacturing, leather goods production, or an industrial environment required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours per shift).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven manufacturing environment.
- Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers for repetitive standing and cutting motion.
- Ability to focus and precision throughout repetitive tasks.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds as needed.