Job Description:

• 1) Operates lasting machine to press and shape toe or heel sections of upper on last: Places upper on last in steamer to soften leather.

• 2) Removes upper from steamer, places last on pin jack, and stretches edges of upper over last, using lasting tool.

• 3) Moves controls to close heel clamp and raise toe or heel into wiping position.

• 4) Moves controls to cause wipers to press upper edges against insole.

• 5) May press heated toe iron against upper edges to flatten wiped edges.

• 6) May trim excess box toe and lining, using knife.

• 7) May tack upper or counter insole in place to be stitched or to hold edges until cement dries.