Tod's Hemming Specialist

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Compensation
€24,000–28,000/year
Posted
Sep 30, 2026

Tod's seeks an experienced Hemming Specialist in Comunanza, Italy for footwear upper production. Full-time, €24,000–€28,000 annually.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Apply canvas reinforcement to shoe uppers with precision
  • Execute edge folding and beating operations both manually and using specialized machinery
  • Bond uppers and linings through controlled adhesive application
  • Perform upper stitching using industrial sewing equipment
  • Apply structural reinforcements to predetermined areas of the upper
  • Complete lining stitching to finished specifications
  • Maintain consistent quality standards and attention to detail throughout all production phases
  • Share expertise and provide mentorship to junior production team members

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience in footwear upper hemming and assembly
  • Proficiency with industrial sewing machinery, particularly column-type machines
  • Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
  • Proven ability to work with precision and meticulous attention to detail
  • Track record of managing production timelines efficiently
  • Proven capacity to mentor and transfer specialized knowledge to colleagues

Skills

Industrial sewing machinery operation Column-type sewing machine proficiency Hand finishing and beating techniques Footwear upper assembly Canvas and reinforcement application Manual dexterity Quality control verification

Experience

Substantial hands-on experience in footwear upper hemming, stitching, and assembly operations, with demonstrated expertise across all phases of the hemming process including canvas application, edge folding, bonding, stitching, reinforcement application, and lining completion.

Education

No specific formal education requirement; technical expertise and practical production experience are prioritized.

Workplace

This position is based in Comunanza, Ascoli Piceno, Italy.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 24,000 to EUR 28,000 per annum.

Benefits

Company welfare programme, on-site restaurant facilities, health insurance coverage, and corporate fitness centre access.

About Cerulean

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Tod's

Tod's Hemming Specialist

Comunanza, Italy

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