Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders
SOC Code: 51-6042 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Operate or tend a variety of machines to join, decorate, reinforce, or finish shoes and shoe parts.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redding, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Merced, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Napa, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Fresno, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Chico, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| El Centro, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Modesto, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
| Salinas, CA | $43,930 | $46,613 | $49,296 | $51,979 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 2.9 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 2.9 | |
| Speaking | 2.8 | |
| Time Management | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.3 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
| Education and Training | 2.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.5 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 2.4 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.4 |
| Engineering and Technology | 2.4 |
| Administrative | 2.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school | 46.4% |
| High school diploma | 38.0% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 15.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Study work orders or shoe part tags to obtain information about workloads, specifications, and the types of materials to be used.
- Remove and examine shoes, shoe parts, and designs to verify conformance to specifications such as proper embedding of stitches in channels.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines or replacing broken needles.
- Cut excess thread or material from shoe parts, using scissors or knives.
- Align parts to be stitched, following seams, edges, or markings, before positioning them under needles.
- Switch on machines, lower pressure feet or rollers to secure parts, and start machine stitching, using hand, foot, or knee controls.
- Test machinery to ensure proper functioning before beginning production.
- Operate or tend machines to join, decorate, reinforce, or finish shoes and shoe parts.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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