Production Associate II, Shipping

Location:  Onsite – NE Portland, Oregon

Competitive Compensation: $22.00 - 24.00 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications.

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 7 PM- 3:30 PM (hours may vary). Occasional overtime required.

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.

Ann Sacks (a division of Kohler Co.) is a boutique factory dedicated to producing beautiful, handmade tiles. We take pride in our craftsmanship and the quality of our products. Join our team and be a part of creating stunning tiles that enhance spaces and inspire creativity.

We are seeking a skilled Production Associate II to support our factory production operations. This hands‑on role rotates across multiple production workstations, safely operates forklifts and other material‑handling equipment, and maintains accurate production documentation to support workflow efficiency and daily output goals.

The role also cross‑trains in kiln operations, roller hearth processes, and other production activities to provide flexibility, coverage, and support for overall departmental objectives. If you enjoy staying active, learning different processes, and working as part of a production team, this could be a strong fit.

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities

• Pack and inspect finished tile to make sure it meets quality standards.
• Build pallets and get shipments ready to go out safely and on time.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment (we’ll train you).
• Drive a company box truck for daily runs to the warehouse.
• Help out in other areas of production as needed, including kiln operations.
• Practice and follow all required safety regulations as outlined in the Ann Sacks Safety Orientation Handbook.
• Maintain work areas and keep equipment, tools, and workspaces in clean, safe working condition.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor to support meeting factory production goals.
  
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Health insurance with affordable premiums for medical, dental and vision, plus company-paid disability and life insurance all starting on Day 1
• Company pension and 401k plan with company match.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time and Volunteer Time (available upon hire).
• Family Planning Benefit, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
  
  
  

Ready to make a bold impact? Here’s the qualifications we are looking for...

Key Qualifications

• Must be able to work in the US without restrictions or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Forklift experience with willingness to get forklift certified (additional training provided).
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse work.
• Ability to work occasional overtime, including Saturdays, as needed, to support production demands.
• Prior experience with quality control or visual inspection.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety and quality.
• Previous forklift experience or forklift certification.
• Experience using basic computer systems or production/shipping/logistics software.
  
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. Regularly lifting of 20-30 pounds, occasionally 50 pounds. Comfortable performing physical work and standing for extended periods.
• Safety Compliance: Ability to implement and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Effective Communication: Ability to communicate clearly within a manufacturing production environment and work effectively with team members across shifts and functions.
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
• Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
  
  
  

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 range for this position starting pay is $22.00- $24.00 hourly. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

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.