Kohler Co-op - Manufacturing Engineering (Summer)

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• Kohler, WITerm: May 2026-December 2026Opportunity. Kohler Co. is currently recruiting for Faucet Manufacturing Engineering Co-ops for 2026. Engineering or technical majors are encouraged to apply! Most people know Kohler Co. as a worldwide leader in plumbing products. What you might not know is that the Kohler family of businesses extends far beyond the kitchen and bath. Unparalleled product design and innovation have led the way to a diverse portfolio of respected brand names with operations on six continents. Today, the Kohler family of businesses creates products that set the standard in kitchen and bath, furniture and accessories, cabinetry and tile, as well as resort, recreations and real estate. At Kohler Co., we continually seek motivated Quality associates who possess outstanding leadership qualities, as well as highly developed communication skills. Passion, initiative, and a desire for continuous improvement are additional competencies which are essential for success. As a highly integrated and growth-oriented company, it is a strategic initiative of the Quality organization to promote our associates from within the company. Significant emphasis is placed on the development of these qualities to equip our associates with the skills required for career advancement within the organization, enabling them to help drive the success of the company's family of businesses.

About the role

Provide a well-rounded educational work experience for a student seeking a career in the Manufacturing Engineering field, with an emphasis on test, automation and process related to Faucets fabrication. The co-op will work under the direction of an assigned mentor within their specific area of placement, thus providing them with a contact for questions related to job responsibilities, personal development, or the company in general.

Kohler Co. strives to hire successful co-ops into entry level positions with the goal of building our talent pipeline. Responsibilities:Assembly fixture Design and fabrication. Support Core process on Faucets business.Support assembly automation robotic research cell development.Support technology supplier and equipment evaluations.

Support digital transformation development. Work with cross functional team to refine group standards.Present accomplishments at Kohler Co. leadership networking event.All other areas as assigned. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location.

We empower each associate to #Become. More. AtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing and help you be your best. It’s a workplace that works—for you, your family, and your lifestyle. You are eligible for our total rewards package on Day 1 of your employment, including medical, mental health and care resources, 401k plan with company match, and associate discounts on a variety of Kohler products and services.

It is the policy of Kohler Co. to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law. Kohler Co. is committed to assuring that: All recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment related programs and processes are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis without regard to any characteristic protected by law; Employment decisions are based on merit and the principles of equal opportunity; Its applicants and associates with disabilities have equal access to its employment processes, including those implemented through information and communication technologies.

When requested and possible, Kohler Co. will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure qualified applicants and associates with disabilities receive equal employment opportunity in the operation of employment policies and processes. In addition, Kohler Co. complies with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). It will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and associates to accommodate known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; It will provide reasonable accommodations for religious beliefs or practices where appropriate and in accordance with applicable law; and associates and applicants will not be subjected to retaliation, harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have exercised any right protected by law.

Kohler Co. believes in and practices equal opportunity. The Assistant General Counsel, Employment & Compliance, serves as the Equal Opportunity Coordinator for Kohler Co., and has overall responsibility for assuring compliance with this Policy. All associates are expected to support and uphold this policy. Kohler Co. maintains Affirmative Action Plans as required by and in accordance with applicable law.

Any questions regarding the Plans should be directed to the Assistant General Counsel, Employment & Compliance.