Leather Technologists

Job Description:

Leather Technologists may be involved in production, research and quality control and marketing. They may function as production managers and supervise the production and ensure smooth functioning of the manufacturing process. In research and quality control they test and analyse the finished product to ensure that the leather produced has all the required qualities. In marketing, leather technologists use their skills to market the various qualities of leather advising on the suitability of products to be manufactured.

Leather technologists may also do designing. They design and create patterns keeping in mind the market trends and demands. The latest trend in this area is Computer Aided Designing (CAD).

Opening:

Employment opportunities are available with the manufacturers of leather garments, shoes and sports goods. There is plenty of scope for entrepreneurship and self–employment.

Educational Qualification:

B. Tech./M. Tech. Degree in Leather Technology.

APYL Career Counselor has details on:

18 Institutes offering B Tech/M Tech Degree courses in Leather Technology under Career Fields E&T and Course Type (a) Graduate
(b) Post Graduate

Remuneration:

Starting salary is Rs. 8,000 per month (excluding other allowances)