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Kohler Co.

We contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who experience our products and services. We reflect this mission in our work, our team approach, and the products and services we provide.

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Kohler Co. Culture and Values
Inclusive & Diverse
Inclusive & Diverse
Mission Driven
Mission Driven
Empathetic
Empathetic
Collaboration over Competition
Collaboration over Competition
Growth & Learning
Growth & Learning
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CEO of Kohler Co.
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David Kohler
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Kohler Co. Employee Reviews
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Great culture

4/20/2023 - at Quedgeley, England
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Positive outlook
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Pros

Family company feel with global company opportunities Great culture, set by leadership Flexibility in location and hours Salary seems to be competitive Opportunities Fairly regular social events (few times a year)

Cons

Genuinely none so far (couple of years in)

We’re better together.

We celebrate diversity because we know that our differences are our strength. Kohler is more innovative, our teams are stronger, and we are better human beings when we nurture inclusion.

We encourage all associates to discover just where they belong, whether it’s participating in a local club or social group, volunteering with a social impact team or connecting with one of our Business Resource Groups. 

You are uniquely you. And there’s a place for you at Kohler.

 

Altogether Kohler

It is because of our varied perspectives and experiences that 35,000 associates succeed in building a future that outshines what any one of us could achieve alone. Learn more about Kohler’s culture of inclusion:

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Our commitment.

A diverse family of Kohler associates, we...

  • Lead boldly and treat one another with dignity and respect, enabling associates to bring their whole selves to work and achieve their highest potential. 
     
  • Delight customers with innovative products and services from high-performing teams reflective of the communities that we serve around the world. 
     
  • Embrace diversity, celebrate inclusion, and uphold equity for all. 

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion honors our company’s heritage and amplifies our mission of Gracious Living. 

 

Balanced Teams
Building diverse teams that reflect our communities and customers.

Inclusive Culture
Welcoming difference and fostering authenticity to inspire innovation.

Diverse Suppliers
Working with suppliers that uplift women and minority-owned businesses.

New Markets
Exploring new markets through diverse lenses and perspectives.

 

We stand together.
Hate and discrimination have no place here—ever. As human beings and as a society, we cannot be content with the status quo. We must do the hard work to truly eliminate injustices and inequality.

 

Bold leaders putting diversity first.
"Every associate must have the opportunity to achieve their full potential in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. It requires our ongoing investment, focus, and commitment."

– David Kohler, President and Chief Executive Officer & Chair of Executive Diversity Leadership Board

 

When opportunity knocks.
New company. New country. New challenges. Continuous improvement expert Miguel Cardenas steps out of his comfort zone to make a meaningful impact.

Bold Chances, Brave Changes
Gabriel Ogama proves that taking big risks can pay off, well, big time.

Uniting against racism.
BLK Catalyst business resource group is serious about galvanizing positive change.

The right to live openly.
Linda Waite, NPD Project Leader, UK: “I have many identities, not just one.”

Become More at Kohler

Joining Kohler means making your mark on an iconic brand, a storied history and a trailblazing future.

  As one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies, we challenge the status quo, stretch our imaginations, put ideas to the test, and demand better for ourselves, our customers, and each other. From the factory floor to the product showroom, in all corners of the globe, we are becoming more.  

What we believe is fundamental to our success.

This is Kohler.
We know your personal values and beliefs are important to you—they drive what you do, how you live, the decisions you make, and where you take your career journey. At Kohler, our journey is also shaped by what we believe.

We live on the leading edge of innovation and design.
We strive to delight our customers and exceed their expectations with innovative, inclusive designs and experiences. We are everyday future thinkers. Problem solvers. Dreamers and doers. We thrive on challenging the norm, chasing the impossible, and tapping into the unlimited potential of our global associates.

We celebrate diversity, foster inclusion, and uphold equity for all. 
We believe in a safe, welcoming, and human-centered workplace where hate and discrimination have no home—ever. We cultivate an environment where our associates can thrive, grow, and be their best selves. When we engage a wide spectrum of people reflecting all the dimensions of diversity, we tap into our brightest ideas and boldest thinking. 

We strive to create a better planet, better communities, and better lives. 
We believe our best can always be better: better for the lives we touch, better for our communities, better for our planet, and better for business. This purpose drives us to take ownership and make improvements in ways, both small and large, to make the world a better place. Meaningful change, action, and impact begins with each one of us.

We lead boldly at all levels of the organization. 
Every associate is a leader at Kohler. Our leadership expectations are most critical to our future success and how we delight our customers. Our intentional focus and investment in leadership capability, along with our dedicated programs, tools, and resources, help us create better workplace experiences and stronger business results.
 
We do what’s right. 
We believe honesty and integrity are unnegotiable standards of character—and they represent how we choose to do business. For more than 145 years, ethical and compliant behavior have been at the foundation of our success and the success of our associates, customers, and partners.

Best Workplaces For Innovators

Bold Innovation Lives Here

Thanks to the passion, imagination, and endless curiosity of our brilliant teams around the world, Kohler Co. is proud to be named a finalist for Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators 2023 Sustained Excellence award, recognizing our ongoing commitment to innovation throughout our 150 year history.

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Believing in Better

Yes, we have engineers, analysts, designers and tradespeople. But there’s so much more to our story. Step inside Kohler and you’ll find people who care about the things that really matter, like lending a helping hand, solving problems and reimagining what it means to be a catalyst for change. We call them selfless, dedicated, compassionate and kind. At the core, they are people with heart who are on a mission to make a difference. We’re humbled by their character. Touched by their sense of humanity. Amazed by their contributions. And we couldn’t be more proud to both support their efforts and lead the charge that brings clean water and sanitation to areas of the world that need us most. We want to be part of the solution. Won’t you join us?

Careers

With nearly 40,000 associates worldwide, we are always looking for exceptional, passionate people to join our team. From Kitchen and Bath to Power, and from Hospitality to decorative products, our 30 brands cover a diverse range of career paths.

Bring your talent and curiosity, your desire to have an impact for good and your drive to grow in your career--in essence, bring your passion to Kohler. Make a difference with us.

Kohler Co. Awards & Accolades

Best Workplaces for Innovators - Sustained Excellence List, Fast Company, 2023 Corporate Equality Index 100 Award, Human Rights Campaign, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company, 2022

Bold Innovation Lives Here.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators, landing at #10 on the 2022 list, as well as winner of the Sustainability category and a finalist in the Large Companies category.

A diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

At Kohler, we celebrate diversity and believe our differences build stronger teams, better business and more inclusive communities. With that, we strive to create an equitable environment where your opinions are encouraged, valued and respected.

Life at Kohler.

As a family-led and privately held company, we believe in extending gracious experiences to our associates through all aspects of their journey.

We Get You For everyone who’d rather be moving than sitting, hands-on rather than pencil pushing, building a career rather than doing a job, Kohler manufacturing has a spot for you.
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