Hey there! We're excited to have you join the MyWorkChoice team at American Eagle Outfitters in Ottawa, Kansas. Please review this info for everything you need to know from how to clock in, how to use the app, and much more!
Please review the "What you need to know for your first day" link below to prepare for your first day working for MyWorkChoice at American Eagle Outfitters.
👉 What You NEED to Know for Your First Day
Please review this information carefully so that you're prepared to work at this American Eagle Outfitters facility.
Arrival: Arrive 15 minutes early to smoothly complete the check-in process.
Drug Screen: Bring a valid ID. If you exit the building during the drug screening, it will be counted as a refusal, and you will be disqualified from reapplying for six months.
Smartphone: Make sure to bring your smartphone to show your orientation shift.
Employment Conditions: Employment here depends on passing the drug screen on your first day and meeting the background check requirements.
Here's the Dress Code:
Closed-toed and closed-heel shoes are REQUIRED.
Standard warehouse attire is appropriate.
Sweatpants and shorts are allowed however need to be fingertip length with arms down by the sides.
No ripped or sagging jeans are allowed.
Hooded jackets are allowed, but must keep the hood down while in the facility.
Hair and beards must be tied up if below the shoulders.
Dangling jewelry and hoop earrings are not permitted.
Bag Policy
Please take a look at the Bag Policy for details on what types of bags are allowed and the procedures for bringing them into the facility.
Upload Your Profile Pic 📸
For security reasons - please upload a photo of yourself that follows these parameters:
✅ Photo is from shoulders up
✅ No filters are used
✅ Plain background
To upload a photo to your MyWorkChoice profile, go to your dashboard and click "Upload Photo."
You can choose an image from your camera or gallery. (Make sure to give MyWorkChoice access to your camera).
👉 Directions to the AEO Facility
Address: 1301 N Davis Ave, Ottawa, KS 66067
Where to Park:
You will find the employee parking just as you pull into the facility. (Reference photo below.)
Where to Enter into Building:
The main entrance is located near the fenced-in patio just as you pull into the parking lot. You will need to ring the doorbell to buzz security. (Reference photos below.)
You will be assigned a badge and a locker when you attend your 1st Day of Training. You may use your badge to enter the building for shifts moving forward.
Badge Policy:
Getting Your Badge: You’ll get a badge on your first day. Wear it all the time when you're in the facility—it's how you get around and keep things secure.
Scan Everywhere: Always scan your badge when entering the building and at every controlled access point. No piggybacking—make sure everyone scans their own badge.
Keep It to Yourself: Don’t lend your badge or use someone else’s to access the facility or clock in and out.
Lost or Damaged? If something happens to your badge, tell your supervisor or Security right away.
Forgot Your Badge? Ask for a temporary badge at the start of your shift, and make sure to return it when you leave.
For full details on the badge policy, check the link here.
American Eagle Outfitters Facility Orientation Video:
Before your first day, please watch this orientation video from American Eagle Outfitters. It includes important safety information. Please be sure to also review the additional safety slides for more details.
👉 Choosing Your Shifts
At MyWorkChoice, you have the freedom to pick & choose your shifts. But remember, this choice comes with responsibility. Your decisions impact your Reliability Rating, which reflects your commitment and reliability based on the shifts you schedule and successfully work. The higher your rating, the more shift choices you get.
When choosing your shifts, remember to:
Commit to Your Shifts: Only schedule shifts you can work.
Drop Shifts ASAP if Needed: If you can’t make it, drop the shift in the app as soon as possible. (Note: Dropping shifts will impact your rating)
Following these guidelines ensures a high Reliability Rating and more shift choices. Failing to follow them not only impacts your rating and shift opportunities but may also lead to shift restrictions.
📖 For more details, check out the Reliability Rating and Shift Restriction Guidelines & Violations articles.
When Shifts are Posted in the App
Shift schedules for American Eagle Outfitters are posted in the MyWorkChoice app every Friday at 5:15 p.m. CST. *Please note your Reliability Rating will determine your ability to pick up shifts as soon as they are posted in the app.*
Once shifts are posted in the app we send a push notification to all our workers. (See below for an example).
Pro tip: Make sure to turn on your push notifications so that you're notified when shifts post in the app so that you can pick up the shifts you want before they fill up.
How to Schedule Your Next Shifts
When you complete your first training shift, within 12 hours you'll be able to view and select upcoming shifts in the app. If you're not seeing any shifts please contact your Community Manager, Bailey.
Login to the MyWorkChoice app and select the green money sign "My Shifts" and go to available.
*Please note this is an example screen of what available shifts look like.*
👉 How to Check-In
*Please note: Check-In before every shift is mandatory - failure to do so will lead to corrective action that may result in termination.
First, open your app while onsite, and on the dashboard, you'll see your upcoming shift. Select the "check-in" green button.
After you "check-in" you'll see a confirmation screen shown.
Clock-In Using American Eagle's Timeclock
There are several Kronos time clocks located throughout both American Eagle plants. Use the time clock closest to your department and follow the steps shown in the video to clock in. Please note that you will need to select the correct department to clock in.
👉 Meet Your Community Manager
Bailey Simmons is your dedicated Community Manager and can be reached at (704) 617-0665 or by email at baileys@myworkchoice.com. If you're unable to get ahold of Bailey please send us a chat message in the app or call us at (866) 824-4898.
👉 When to Contact Your Community Manager
Your Community Manager, Bailey, will be able to help you with any issues you may encounter while on assignment, including, but not limited to:
Missed Punches
Payroll Questions
Attendance/Reliability Rating Questions
Shift Restrictions
Emergencies While on Shift
HR Related Questions
👉 Refer Your Friends - Earn Money
Know a friend who needs a job? When you refer your friends using your MyWorkChoice Referral Ambassador link, you’ll earn a $50 e-gift card after they complete 40 hours of work. P.S. There is NO limit to how many people you can refer!
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