Glass Production Operator - Skill 1

Location: Onsite – Kohler, WI

Competitive Compensation: Starting at $25. 77 /hour , plus $1.50 per hour shift premium

Shift: 3 rd Shift, 11 :00 P M – 7:00A M plus overtime

Occasional mandatory overtime may be required as needed

Opportunity

Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? At Kohler Co., we believe in empowering our employees to make a difference. Join our manufacturing team and be part of a culture dedicated to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement within our Kohler, WI, location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world.

We are looking for a Glass Production Operator to join our team in Enamel Shop. We offer a diverse array of growth opportunities within our Foundry and Enamel Operations. This position will be based at our Kohler, Wisconsin location. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality cast iron products.

The current job opening requires weekend work . Standard work schedule will involve working Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday every week and either Friday and Saturday (with Sunday and Monday off) or working Sunday and Monday (with Friday and Saturday off). Weekend work is rotated monthly and a work schedule is set at the beginning of the year.

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities

• GP Operator position requires the operator to learn all jobs in the department.
• GP makes glass and mills it into powder for use in the enameling areas.
• Primary job functions include moving bulk bags of frit to and from inventory; loading material into the batching system; preparation of ground coat slurry; preparation of white and colored enamel powders for the enameling areas.
• GP Operators: are on their feet most of the day; work on their own for most of the jobs
• Must be able to operate a forklift .
• GP Operators are required to wear a respirator as part of their job and thus must be clean-shaven at all times .
• GP Operators do frequent bending and lifting (max 50 pounds) during the day.
• The GP department is located in a 4 story building, so climbing stairs to get to the various jobs is required.
  
  
  

You’ll Love Working Here

• Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance starting on Day 1.
• 401k plan with company match and pension, plus voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year.
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement
  
  
  

Ready to make a bold impact? Here's the qualifications we are looking for:

Skills/Requirements

• Must be able to work in the US without restriction or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year of manufacturing, industrial, or warehouse experience preferred.
  
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation including but not limited to bending, lifting, and pushing weight.
• Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures.
  
  
  

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The hourly rate for this position is $25.77.

Why Choose Kohler?We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.