Assembly Operator

Assembly Operator 

Location: Onsite - Union City, TN 

Competitive Compensation: Starting at $19.69 per hour, with an additional $2 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Occasional mandatory overtime may be required as needed.

Shift: 1st Shift: Mon.-Fri., 6:00am-2:30pm

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 Union City location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world.
We are looking for Manufacturing Associates. This position will be based at our Union City, TN location, where we specialize in manufacturing high-quality shower glass doors.

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain saw and fabrication equipment to support production
• Assemble header kits and components for shower door assemblies with accuracy
• Adhere to Department Job Instructions (JI’s) to ensure high-quality output
• Utilize various tools for different assembly and repair tasks
• Repair and replace anodize stems, ensuring they meet quality standards
• Sand and repair anodize bars as necessary
• Assemble and repair lock downs efficiently
• Replace extrusion steel truck wheels as needed

Why 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 at Day 1.
  
• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• 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:
Key Qualifications 

• 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.
  
• 1 year of forklift experience.
  
• 1 year of manufacturing experience.  

Additional Requirements  

• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 40 pounds or more.
  
• 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 range for this position is $19.69 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 [email protected]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.