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Shoe Upper Maker (Vocational Training for People with Disabilities) Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Schäftemacher/in (§66 BBiG/§42r HwO)

A 'Schäftemacher/in' (shoe upper maker) is a vocational training program specifically designed for individuals with disabilities. The training focuses on producing shoe uppers and is based on the recognized profession of a custom shoemaker. It often takes place in vocational training centers (Berufsbildungswerke) or rehabilitation facilities.

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What you do

  • Cutting leather and other materials for shoe uppers
  • Sewing and joining individual shoe upper components
  • Preparing the uppers for assembly on the shoe
  • Operating and maintaining special sewing machines and tools
  • Performing quality control on manufactured shoe uppers
  • Working according to technical drawings and patterns
  • Maintaining the workplace and equipment

Requirements

  • Manual dexterity and fine motor skills
  • Precision and meticulousness in work
  • Interest in craftsmanship and shoe production
  • Patience and perseverance
  • Ability to follow instructions accurately
  • Teamwork skills and ability to work independently
  • Good eye for detail and understanding of forms

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in shoe factories or manufacturing workshops
  2. 2Work in custom shoemaking or orthopedic shoe workshops
  3. 3Specialization in specific areas of shoe production (e.g., repair)
  4. 4Further training to become a custom shoemaker (under certain conditions)
  5. 5Opportunities for vocational rehabilitation and integration

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Shoe Upper Maker (Vocational Training for People with Disabilities) Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Shoe Upper Maker (Vocational Training for People with Disabilities) Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Shoe Upper Maker (Vocational Training for People with Disabilities) Ausbildung?

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills; Precision and meticulousness in work; Interest in craftsmanship and shoe production; Patience and perseverance.

Where can I find open Shoe Upper Maker (Vocational Training for People with Disabilities) Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Shoe Upper Maker (Vocational Training for People with Disabilities)

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.