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Leather Belt Making Assistant

Buck Mason· Apparel Design & Production
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Los Angeles, CA$25k - $30kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Hands-on belt Leather Smith role in an Los Angeles workshop focused on learning belt-making craft from raw materials to final assembly in Buck Mason’s production environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the production of leather belts from raw materials through final assembly
  • Cut and measure leather according to established specifications
  • Perform edge finishing and other leather finishing techniques
  • Install buckles, hardware, and other belt components
  • Safely and confidently use a variety of hand tools and small shop equipment
  • Learn and follow Buck Mason’s belt-making techniques and production standards
  • Inspect finished work for accuracy, consistency, and quality
  • Prepare leather, hardware, and other materials for production
  • Keep tools, materials, and hardware organized and ready for use
  • Maintain a clean, efficient, and safe workspace
  • Assist with general leatherworking, production, and shop tasks as needed
  • Learn the characteristics of different leathers and how they respond to cutting, finishing, and construction
  • Identify issues along the way and work with the team to find practical solutions

Qualifications

  • Prior experience working with hand tools is required
  • 1–2 years of experience in a shop, fabrication, woodworking, metalworking, manufacturing, or similar hands-on environment is preferred, but not required
  • Leatherworking experience is a plus, but not necessary
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and an ability to learn new tools, techniques, and processes quickly
  • Comfortable working with measurements, specifications, and detailed instructions
  • Strong attention to detail and a genuine appreciation for craftsmanship and quality
  • Patient and focused when working through repetitive or highly detailed processes
  • Dependable, organized, and takes ownership of your work
  • Comfortable working in a hands-on workshop environment
  • Experience working with natural materials or making, building, or repairing things is a plus
  • Curious about how things are made and excited to develop a new skilled craft
  • Entry-level candidates with strong hands-on skills are encouraged to apply

Skills

Required:Hand tools proficiencyAttention to detailMechanical aptitudeMeasurements and specifications
Nice to have:Shop/fabrication experienceLeatherworking knowledge
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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Modern American Classics

Buck Mason makes updated, modern American classics with a commitment to timelessness, quality, and our California roots.

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