Machine Operator (Dayshift)

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At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands - Coach, Kate Spade New York, Stuart Weitzman - was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen. We're always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this: Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Primary Purpose : This position will support the DC process and the fulfillment of orders through the operation maintenance of equipment that includes case erectors, BoxSizer machines, etc.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in fulfillment operations to...

• Perform various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on case erectors and BoxSizer machines.
• Read and interpret set up instructions, troubleshooting guides and physically perform adjusting and set up changes as necessary to maintain proper operation of the machines.
• Load boxes onto the case erector belt and to remove and distribute boxes that have been constructed to the respective distribution processing area.
• Ensure boxes are properly filled as they enter the BoxSizer machine and address any boxes that the machines reject.
• Monitor and maintain the BoxSizer process by loading lids into the machine, adding glue pellets, changing tape and addressing jams and machine stopping will be part of the position's responsibilities.
• Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment
• Operate/monitor multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal downtime
• Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production from the machines at high quality levels
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The accomplished individual will possess...

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Readiness to take ownership and responsibility of equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret set up instructions.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Multitasking capabilities.
• Readiness to work with others in a team or work independently.
• Ability to work safely on an elevated platform and within tight spaces.
• Ability to reach, walk, bend, lean, push, pull, use manual dexterity, climb.
• Must be able to stay on feet for majority of shift

Our Competencies for All Employees

• Courage : Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
• Creativity : Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Dealing with Ambiguity : Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
• Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.

Tapestry, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Tapestry, Inc. at http://www.tapestry.com/