Kohler

General Supervisor, Assembly

Kohler$92K — $141K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred; MBA or related Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years in Quality, Lean, Continuous Improvement or related manufacturing roles.
  • 3+ years in leadership roles.
  • Ability to teach and mentor across operational levels.
  • Experience with systematic problem solving.
  • Strong communication and facilitation skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day operations of Assembly focusing on safety and quality.
  • Achieve desired output levels for throughput and assembly times.
  • Develop and mentor assembly leads and supervisors.
  • Establish and maintain a 5S culture within the team.
  • Communicate daily on production targets and schedules.
  • Conduct daily Tier 2 meetings and participate in production discussions.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Access to benefits from day one with no waiting period.
  • Career growth and development opportunities.
  • Diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
  • Culture of innovation and meaningful change.
Full Job Description
General Supervisor, Assembly

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:Onsite - Sheridan, AR

This position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Opportunity

Leadsday-to-day operations of Assembly at our Arkansas Faucets Operations,responsible for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Sustainability. Provideshighly visible frontline leadership and continuous improvement across the valuestream.

Specific Responsibilities

OperationsLeadership
  • Achievesrequired output levels for throughput and assembly times.
  • Developsassembly leads and supervisors for continued growth and effectiveness.
  • Establishesand maintains an effective 5S culture.
  • Develops andenforces standard work; conducts audits as needed.
  • Communicatesdaily on PH2 targets and schedule adherence.
  • Conductsdaily Tier 2 meetings; participates in production meetings.

ContinuousImprovement
  • Identifiesand drives improvements throughout the value stream with focus on customerdelivery.
  • Leads wasteelimination projects.
  • Guidesdevelopment of the model cell.
  • Promotes andexecutes TPM programs.
  • EstablishesOEE baselines and improvement targets.
  • Creates aculture of continuous improvement and high associate engagement.


Skills/Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred; Master's in Business Administration, or related Master's degree, preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in Quality, Lean, Continuous Improvement, or related manufacturing roles.
  • Minimum of 3+ years leadership experience.
  • Ability to teach, mentor, and coach across operational levels.
  • Experience with systematic problem solving.
  • Strong communication and facilitation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.


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 $92,050 - $141,850. 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.

About Kohler

Kohler is a manufacturing company that produces a variety of products, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, and engines. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin. Kohler is known for its high-quality products and has been recognized with numerous awards for design and innovation. The company is family-owned and has a strong commitment to sustainability, with a goal of achieving net-zero environmental impact by 2035. Kohler has operations in more than 50 countries and employs over 30,000 people worldwide.
Learn more about Kohler
Size
30,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1873

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