2025 Design Apprentice - Craftperson

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what’s possible.

 

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. 

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE – FEBRUARY 24TH

APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY REVIEWED UP TO APPLICATION DEADLINE

 

North Bergen, NJ

Work Structure – Onsite (5 days; 7:30am – 4:30pm)

 

The primary role of the Craftsperson is to support the Coach Repair and (Re)Love Department in all aspects relating to the repair of product that comes through the work floor. 

 

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in...
 

Repair, Refurbish, Upcrafting, Recycling / Remaking

• Upcraft Coach Product (predominately leather handbags, Small leather goods and some knowledge of footwear and outerwear)
• Sew; Stitch jointing 
• Edge painting (touch-ups product and edge paint new product)
• Reinforcing, stitch or finish by hand and sewing machine
• Repair, restore and upcraft items made from leather   
• Handcrafting skills
• Leather cutting skills
• Hardware removal and or application; Remove hardware, finishes, binding, zippers
• Machine operating (e.g: skiving, splitting, folding, sewing, foot press, clicker etc..)

Quality Assessment  

• Receive/unbox and properly stage repairs from direct mail, Coach Retail stores and Department stores. 
• Evaluate and sort product into different categories as defined by Repairs Department guidelines. 
• Evaluate and properly sort product into the correct repair batches. 
• Enter all batches data into the system timely and accurately. 
• Stage batched repairs accurately for the next step in the process. 
• Pack/ship products as needed back to customer for non-repairable or as required by management. 
• Support raw materials inventory as needed   

 

ALL APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH A PORTFOLOIO (AS EITHER A PDF OR WEBSITE)

 

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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.