Job Details

Machine Operator

Location: Onsite North Portland, Oregon Competitive Compensation: $21.00 - 23.00 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications. Shift: 3rd Shift, Monday - Friday, 8 PM- 4:30 AM (hours may vary). Occasional overtime. Differential Shift Pay, $1.50 for 3rd.

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 Ann Sacks location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world. Ann Sacks (a division of Kohler Co.) is a leading distributor and manufacturer of luxury tile, stone, and plumbing. Known for its exquisite collections, Ann Sacks offers a wide range of products that include hand-sculpted vanities, stone bathtubs, and a curated selection of marble and stone furniture. Our showrooms provide an inspiring environment where customers can explore our luxury tiles and slabs.

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities

• Practice and follow all required safety regulations as outlined in the Ann Sacks Safety Orientation Handbook
• Maintain work area. Keep equipment, tools, and workspace in clean and safe working condition.
• Operates kilns; loading, unloading, starting, filling out daily kiln logs.
• Job requires repetitive lifting of up to 30 pounds.
• Loading and loading tiles.
• Keeping daily kiln logs updated.
• Inspect products for quality control.
• Cross trains in setup, packaging, and roller hearth operations to be able to support production needs on night shift.
• Responsible for returning all pulled bisque back into stock.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor to support meeting factory production goals.

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 on Day 1.
• Pension Plan.
• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time (on first day of employment).
• Family Planning Benefit.
• Paid Voluntary Time Off (VTO).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.

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 restrictions or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

• Consistent attendance record and adherence to the attendance policy for Ann Sacks.
• Strong attention to detail; takes pride in their work.
• Ability to work occasional overtime, including Saturdays.

Additional Requirements

• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 35 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 $21.00 - $23.00. 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.

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 ...@kohler.com.

Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.