Production Supervisor

Sterling Kohler; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Kohler Co. is seeking a Production Supervisor for onsite casting finishing operations in Kohler, WI.

You will organize, coordinate, and supervise day-to-day activities on the Auto Tub Line to meet production, safety, quality, and cost goals. Responsibilities include directing operators, ensuring proper training, maintaining 5S standards, supporting KOS initiatives, and driving continuous improvement across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent level of education.
• Experience utilizing MS Office Suite.
• Strong leadership, communication, and technical aptitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing and foundry environment.
• Prior experience functioning as a supervisor/manager is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises and assigns work to Casting Finishing and Auto Tub Line operators to meet customer demand and production schedules.
• Ensures the workforce is properly trained, qualified, and understands job expectations prior to assignment.
• Frequently evaluates job procedures and operator performance to maintain standards related to safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale.
• Supports Kohler Operating System (KOS) initiatives and maintains 5S standards.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Ensures all safety procedures are followed and investigates incidents in a timely manner.
• Evaluates robotic and automated systems for performance.
• Leads or supports equipment troubleshooting with Maintenance and Engineering.
• Maintains hour-by-hour operational continuity.
• Communicates effectively across shifts and departments.
• Prepares required reports and participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Administers policies, conducts evaluations, and manages discipline as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical aptitude

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Production Supervisor

Work Mode:Onsite

Location: Onsite - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Responsible for organizing, coordinating, and supervising the day-to-day activities of Casting Finishing operations within a Cast Iron Foundry environment on the Auto Tub Line. Ensures production requirements are met safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality, delivery, and cost objectives while supporting continuous improvement and team engagement.

Specific Responsibilities

• Directly supervises and assigns work to Casting Finishing and Auto Tub Line operators to meet customer demand and production schedules.
• Ensures the workforce is properly trained, qualified, and understands job expectations prior to assignment.
• Frequently evaluates job procedures and operator performance to maintain standards related to safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale.
• Supports Kohler Operating System (KOS) initiatives and maintains 5S standards.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Ensures all safety procedures are followed and investigates incidents in a timely manner.
• Evaluates robotic and automated systems for performance.
• Leads or supports equipment troubleshooting with Maintenance and Engineering.
• Maintains hour-by-hour operational continuity.
• Communicates effectively across shifts and departments.
• Prepares required reports and participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Administers policies, conducts evaluations, and manages discipline as needed.

Skills/Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent level of education
• Experience utilizing MS Office Suite
• Strong leadership, communication, and technical aptitude
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing and foundry environment
• Prior experience functioning as a supervisor/manager is preferred

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 salary range for this position is $73,250 - $111,350. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

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 [e-mail]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.