Kohler Culture has changed - Senior Administrative Assistant Kohler Co. Employee Review

2.0
Jul 20, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

1.The people that work at Kohler Company are absolutely amazing. They will get you through the toxic work environment and make the job enjoyable. 2. Health Insurance premiums are reasonable. 3. PTO is comparable to the market.

Cons

1. Every year since David took over the company, leadership will let go associates and a few months after, hire people. Many times, associates are told they are being let go right before Thanksgiving. 2. There is constantly a new requirement or change every few months ever since Mr. passed away. Don't get too used to anything because it will probably change. 3. Leadership will promise change and then take it back after re-considering and taking a closer look at the budget. Often, this happens after a ton of associates have spent a lot of time on the work. 4. When I started in 2018, the company felt like a family company. By 2023, it no longer felt like the Kohler family cared about their associates. 5.Leaders can't plan or be proactive because there are always 10 priorities and last-minute initiatives being put on their plate. 6.Work, Life, Balance- You will only have work/life/balance if you set boundaries for yourself. I watched many colleagues burn themselves out. 7. HR doesn't support associates, they only help leaders. 8. Pay is low and to get matched with the market, you have to leave. New associates get taken care of better than associates that have worked at the company for years.

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5.0
Jun 28, 2026
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Pros

Great work life balance, strong community

Cons

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2.0
Apr 4, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

If you are okay supporting a business that is focused on building wealth instead of developing skills and business understanding of objectives, then you will fit right in as long as you learn two important phrases "Great idea boss" and "Yes sir, I will carry out all of your plans so you will be recognized by upper management". DON'T ROCK THE BOAT!

Cons

I have already posted a con, but noticed another con that other posts point to. I read about disappointment of no remote work anymore. Remote work is difficult; you have a hard time building collaboration, teamwork and trust in a remote situation. But as I look at myself, I am on-site and love coming to work - would rather be around my team and have a constant pulse on the culture where I can address any issues immediately. Ask yourself, other than the loss of commute time and being in the comfort of your own home - why do people prefer to work from home. Many times, it can be due to avoiding the stress and anxiety that exists at work. Now ask yourself, what would make people want to be in the office versus at home. Whether you are remote or in person, not wanting to come into the office may be a sign that you are not happy and lacking fulfillment from your current circumstances.

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