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Kohler Company Culture
Kohler Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews4.3/5
Kohler's Overall Culture is rated A-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Compensation
A+Happiness
APerks & Benefits
AProfessional Development
AKohler CEO
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
K. David Kohler
80 /100
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Diversity at Kohler
Top 35%Top 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B
Diverse employees at Kohler have rated Outlook, CEO Rating, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Kohler
Top 30%Top 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B
Women at Kohler have rated Compensation, Perks And Benefits, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored
Kohler eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 25%Top 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
23
Kohler employees are 23% more likely to recommend Kohler as a great place to work
| 52% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 19% | Passives |
| 29% | Detractors |
Working at Kohler
Working at Kohler is rated highly by 238 employees, across various culture dimensions. Kohler employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Compensation, and Happiness categories, putting Kohler’s culture in the Top 15% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 10% compared to other companies in Green Bay, WI. See below in detail how working at Kohler was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Kohler
A-
Overall Company Culture at Kohler is rated A-
Last updated 18 days ago
Top
15%
Kohler ranks in the Top 15% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Kohler Employee Reviews
Out of 158 Kohler employee reviews, 79% were positive. The remaining 21% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Kohler improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 79% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 21% |
Positive Reviews From Kohler Employees
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Supportive and provides guidance when required.
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Communication between leadership and employees
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Managment lets me do my job and trusts me. I am allowed a fajr degree of autonomy
Constructive Feedback From Kohler Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?When i was hired i had a set of responsibilities but over time those responsibilities have grown and grown and the compensation increase is barely keeping up with inflation.
- What would you improve about your company's interview process?It is total bait and switch... good luck!
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?This company needs to stop msking decisions in emotion and focus on business strategies. Maybe don't create a hostile work environment...
Kohler Company Information
Kohler Company Overview
As a recognized global brand, Kohler leads the way in design, craftsmanship and innovation.
Kohler Mission, Vision & Values
Kohler Mission Statement
The corporation and each associate have the mission of contributing to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. Gracious living is marked by qualities of charm, good taste and generosity of spirit. It is further characterized by self-fulfillment and the enhancement of nature. We reflect this mission in our work, in our team approach to meeting objectives and in each of the products and services we provide our customers.
Kohler Vision Statement
Our company s vision for innovative design and craftsmanship.
Kohler Values
- Honesty
- Integrity
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Kohler
We are committed to leaving the world a better place than we found it and are working toward net zero environmental impact by 2035. For us, this means reducing or offsetting all greenhouse gas emissions and sending zero solid waste to landfill; developing innovative energy- and water-saving products; and encouraging people to take action.
From building houses for Habitat for Humanity to racing for safe water in the Kohler Run for Clarity, our people need no encouragement to give back to their communities. Company-wide we are committed to having a positive impact in the communities where we work and live.
| Headquarter | 444 Highland Drive Kohler, WI United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.kohler.com |
| Founding Date | 1873 |
| Tel | 1(800) 456-4537 |
| Company Status | Private |
Kohler Competitors
Kohler competitors include American Standard Brands, Generac Power Systems, and Laurel & Wolf. Kohler ranks 1st in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Kohler compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Kohler Employees
238 employees at Kohler have reviewed Kohler across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 18 days ago.
Overall, the 238 Kohler employees give their leadership a grade of A-, or Top 15% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Kohler are pleased with their total compensation at Kohler, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Kohler are pleased with their team. 238 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at Kohler are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Kohler believe the environment at Kohler is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Kohler is comfortably fast. About 50% of the employees at Kohler work 8 hours or less, while 6% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Kohler are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Kohler - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Kohler is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. Kohler employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Kohler KPIs and OKRs
At Kohler 100% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Kohler's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 Kohler employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 3 have said yes.
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Kohler CEO & Leadership
Kohler CEO - K. David Kohler
80 /100
Kohler’s CEO K. David Kohler started in this role in 2015. K.’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Green Bay, WI. Kohler’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Operations department, African American/Black employees, and Hispanic or Latino employees. However, employees identified with Other ethnicities, employees with Entry Level experience, and Female employees have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Kohler’s competitors, K. David Kohler ranks right above American Standard Brands CEO Steven Delarge. Under David Kohler’s leadership, Kohler employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Happiness. Environment and Meetings are two areas, according to respondents, where Kohler could stand to see real improvement.
Kohler Leadership
The Kohler Executive Team is rated a “B” and led by CEO K. David Kohler, VP Global Fixtures Operations, Kitchen and Bath Group Overly Jeffrey, and VP Operations Bill Young
K. David Kohler CEO / President
K. David Kohler serves as the CEO / President of Kohler.
Overly Jeffrey VP Global Fixtures Operations, Kitchen and Bath Group
Overly Jeffrey serves as the VP Global Fixtures Operations, Kitchen and Bath Group for Kohler Company. Overly started at... read more
Bill Young VP Operations
Bill Young serves as the VP Operations for Kohler / Canac. Bill started at Kohler / Canac in December of . Bill is based... read more
Mark Biznek VP - Marketing
Mark Biznek serves as the VP - Marketing for Kohler Co.. Mark started at Kohler Co. in September of 2015. Mark is based... read more
Naveen Thamballapalle Director -Enterprise Architecture | Office of the CIO
Naveen Thamballapalle serves as the Director -Enterprise Architecture | Office of the CIO for Kohler Co.. Naveen started... read more
Laura Ying VP - Purchasing, Kitchen & Bath Group
Laura Ying serves as the VP - Purchasing, Kitchen & Bath Group for Kohler Co.. Laura started at Kohler Co. in December... read more
Gerard Gallenberger VP - CIT Application Service
Gerard Gallenberger serves as the VP - CIT Application Service for Kohler Co.. Gerard started at Kohler Co. in June of... read more
Delbert Haas VP & Corporate Controller
Delbert Haas serves as the VP & Corporate Controller for Kohler Co.. Delbert started at Kohler Co. in December of .... read more
Steven Heun VP & Corporate Controller
Steven Heun serves as the VP & Corporate Controller for Kohler Co.. Steven started at Kohler Co. in January of 2017.... read more
Kohler Salaries
How much does Kohler pay?
How much do people at Kohler get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Kohler is $133,469, or $64 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $131,097, or $63 per hour.
At Kohler, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $231,477 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $45,875 annually. Average Kohler salaries by department include: Product at $164,669, Sales at $149,907, Communications at $235,497, and Admin at $61,917. Half of Kohler salaries are above $131,097.
85 employees at Kohler rank their Compensation in the Top 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 253 ratings) while 82 employees at Kohler rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 84 ratings).
Salaries contributed from Kohler employees include job titles like Marketing Manager, Business Analyst, Technical Support, and Sales Rep. Comparably data has a total of 1 salary records from Kohler employees.
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $72k | $72k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $101k | $101k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $130k | $130k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $181k | $181k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $235k | $235k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $276k | $276k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $295k | $295k | 100th Percentile |
$133,469*
Average Compensation
$131,097*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Kohler Salaries by City
Kohler Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Kohler
Diverse employees at Kohler score the company 69/100 across various culture categories, placing Kohler in the Top 35% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Kohler across various culture dimensions.
At Kohler, we celebrate diversity and believe our differences build stronger teams, better business and more inclusive communities. With that, we strive to create an environment where your opinions are encouraged, valued and respected– a place where you can truly belong and feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. Our commitment to creating an environment free of discrimination starts with valuing and respecting people. You’re uniquely you–and that’s what adds value to Kohler.,
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Kohler Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Kohler PTO
Kohler's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Kohler's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 50% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Kohler's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.
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Kohler Careers
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Kohler applied for 54 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 70% were approved, 26% certified-withdrawn, 2% withdrawn, and 2% denied.
An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Kohler unveil that one approved work permit application was withdrawn before the employee’s start date, and 14 were withdrawn by Kohler after the employee’s start date.
Work Permit Application Outcome
54
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 70% Granted (38 out of 54)
- 2% Denied (1 out of 54)
- 2% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (1 out of 54)
- 26% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (14 out of 54)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Kohler on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 50% | |
|---|---|---|
Operations | 25% | |
Design | 25% |
Candidates By Location
Kohler | 25% | |
|---|---|---|
Waukesha | 25% | |
Milwaukee | 25% | |
Green Bay | 25% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Kohler
What is Kohler address?
Kohler location is at 444 Highland Drive
Who is the CEO of Kohler?
Kohler CEO is K. David Kohler, their score by employees is 80
What is Kohler eNPS?
The eNPS for Kohler is 23
What is the salary for Content Manager in Kohler?
Content Manager average salary in the US is 83k
What are the salaries in the Operations in Kohler?
The average salaries for Operations in Kohler is 129k
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