Is Kohler Co. a good company to work for?

Kohler Co. has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 2,189 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 69% of employees would recommend working at Kohler Co. to a friend and 66% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Kohler Co. have been left by employees working as Intern , Engineer and Sales Executive .

Does Kohler Co. pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kohler Co. employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kohler Co.. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Kohler Co.?

69% of Kohler Co. employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Kohler Co. 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Kohler Co.?

Engineer (38) , Manager (36) , Intern (30) , Sales Associate (25) , Design Engineer (21) , Assistant Manager (19) , Project Engineer (17) , Sales Executive (17) , Molding Operator (16) , Staff Engineer (16) , Machine Operator (15) , Deputy Manager (13) , Marketing (13) , Product Manager (13) , Project Manager (13)

What are the pros of working at Kohler Co. according to real employee reviews?

"The people at Kohler are so great and fun to work with!" ((in 112 reviews)); "The Corporate culture and the great benifits" ((in 110 reviews)); "Benefits are good and reliable" ((in 107 reviews)); "Good pay and schedule for managament" ((in 106 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 105 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Kohler Co. according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and leadership." ((in 25 reviews)); "If manager is good, all good or else don't expect anything." ((in 24 reviews)); "Usually employees are afraid of upper management and do not speak up" ((in 21 reviews)); "hard work long hours summers can be over 115 in the warehouse" ((in 21 reviews)); "No training, chaos work place, 12 hr shifts, mandatory 60 hrs a week" ((in 16 reviews))

What are employees saying about Kohler Co. layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Kohler Co. layoffs and their outlook for job security at Kohler Co. in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Kohler Co. locations?

Kohler , Hattiesburg , Sheboygan , Huntsville , Sheridan , Brownwood , Spartanburg , Chicago , Milwaukee , Mosel , New York , Union City , Casa Grande , Burr Ridge , Little Rock , Miami , Green Bay , Saukville , Sheboygan Falls , Houston , Wisconsin Dells , Washington , San Francisco , Bristol , Kohler , Madison , Champaign , Grafton , Grand Rapids , Austin

Kohler Co. reviews

3.8

69% would recommend to a friend

(1,757 total reviews)

David Kohler

83% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

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Kohler Co. has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,757 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Kohler Co. employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.7 stars).

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4.0

Sep 24, 2025

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Product manager

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Pros

Kohler culture/the people you worked with was one of the biggest pros. The majority of people were always willing to help and support you. Kohler invests in your career development and also supports internal movement and promotions. The experience is like no other, the hospitality, golf, spa perks, the products, and the amazing branding and marketing sets this company.

Cons

Most employees hired during Covid as remote that were not willing to relocate are no longer with the company since the requirement is now hybrid.

3.0

Sep 23, 2025

Medium

Finanacial analyst

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CEO approval

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Pros

They have lately been reinvesting in people Heavy on internal growth if you fit their “vibes”

Cons

They seriously dropped the ball on their training for the past couple years

5.0

Sep 20, 2025

Wellness & Lifestyle

Asm (area sales manager)

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CEO approval

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Pros

Great career opportunities – Kohler offers diverse roles across manufacturing, design, technology, and management, with strong career growth paths. Excellent expense policy – Employees often find the company fair and supportive in covering work-related expenses. Strong global presence – Being a well-established international brand, Kohler provides opportunities for global exposure and cross-cultural collaboration. Employee development programs – The company invests in training, leadership development, and skill-building opportunities for its workforce. Innovative and sustainable culture – Kohler emphasizes innovation in design and sustainability, giving employees a chance to work on impactful projects that align with environmental and social responsibility.

Cons

Hotel stay limit and car mileage policies need improvement – Travel-related allowances could be more competitive. Leadership development workshops – Unlike some other MNCs, external institute-based leadership training is limited, which could better prepare managers. High workload – Employees often feel stretched with heavy responsibilities, suggesting a need for more manpower. Decision-making speed – Processes can sometimes be slower due to hierarchy, impacting agility and quick execution. Work–life balance challenges – Depending on the role, long hours and workload pressure can affect personal time.

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