**Quality Associate** **Location: Onsite - Union City, TN** **Opportunity** 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 Union City location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world. **We are looking for a Quality 1 Associate for our third shift operation. This position will be based at our Union City, TN location, where we specialize in manufacturing high-quality shower glass doors.** **Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities** **Depending on the specific role, your responsibilities may include:** • Daily Support of Union City Processes. Verify process is properly defined. Verify process is being followed. Process delivering desired results. • Adhere to Department Job Instructions (JI’s) to ensure high-quality output • Closely monitor Key Process Metrics; investigate any negative performance with Supervisor, Team Leader and associates to determine root cause and corrective action. • Consistently apply the Quality Standards to in-process and finish goods throughout the operation. • Quarantine (red tag) nonconforming material; drive for quick disposition. • Perform process audits throughout the Union City Plant. • Lead ISO internal audits of the Union City Quality Management System (QMS) • Participate in ISO Surveillance audits. • Uphold excellent 5S standards in the workplace, Participate and perform finished good audits, quality inspections, PPAP verifications, and any development testing as requested. • Perform additional duties as assigned to support team goals, ability to multitask and meet deadlines. **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. + 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance. + Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year. + Discounts on Kohler products. + Tuition assistance for advanced education. + Opportunities for growth and career advancement. **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 process. + Must be at least 18 years old. **Preferred Qualifications** + Actively participate in developmental training as outlined or recommended. + Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment. + Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience. **Additional Requirements ** + Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 50 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 $21.71 - $25.21 hourly. 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. **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 contactkohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.