Kohler Co. reviews

3.8

69% would recommend to a friend

(1,756 total reviews)

David Kohler

83% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Kohler Co. has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,756 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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2K reviews
2.0
Dec 14, 2010

Rollercoaster ride -- glad I got off

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Brand and name recognition Quality products Long, rich history Diversity of products & services Global company Holiday shut down !

Cons

Many in HR leadership are locals who have been with the company for a long time....no new ideas or willingness to change Only thing innovative about the company are its K&B products External brand does not match internal brand RIF's have left the company operating at a bare bones level...people are burning out ...no one cared Leadership acted like they cared about engagement, but really did not. Many good employees left during 2010. Lack of understanding on how to retain good employees Associates are only willing to hear that they are not getting a merit increase for so long - especially when they are doing at least 2 people's jobs. Leadership in company is arrogant and seems to think that people will be lining up to come work for Kohler *Someone in HR Leadership actually looks for current associates resumes on CareerBuilder & Monster.com. If she finds you, she will set up a meeting to discuss. Who does that? Tacky & unprofessional.

2.0
Dec 8, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

If you enjoy living in a small community and are raising a family, the area has a lot to offer. The general populace of associates are wonderful people. The history of the company is quite remarkable. There is a rich story to be told.

Cons

Too much bureaucracy, micro-managing and paper-pushing which leads to slow action and implementation. Unreasonable expectations by executive management which prevents associates from establishing true work/life balance. Inability of executive-level managers to put personal differences and personal ambitions aside.

4.0
Nov 26, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

They were involved in the latest manufacturing stratagies and techniques.

Cons

They do not do a good job at promoting from within.

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