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Kalida Manufacturing, Inc. Kalida Manufacturing, Inc. - KMI - is a dedicated auto parts manufacturer/supplier for Honda Motor Company. We Are Kalida Manufacturing, Inc.

We believe in providing exceptional quality as a standard. Our team of highly skilled craftsmen delivers the best in high-performance component parts making KMI a preferred manufacturing supplier for Honda Motor Company as a dedicated Tier Two provider. Engineering
Leveraging advanced computer software systems, KMI is able to stay ahead of industry trends and meet the need for lightweight, durable automotive component parts. Our highly skilled team of engineers is responsible for managing quality-focused projects, equipment improvements and participating in the setup and design of new equipment. Stamping
With more than two decades of manufacturing high-quality metal stamping expertise, KMI’s dedicated team of experienced press operators run six progressive stamping presses and two transfer stamping presses, ranging from 300 tons to 2500 tons. Our presses are equipped with computer-controlled monitoring and safety features to ensure efficient production that translates into lower costs for our customers. Robotic Welding
Utilizing the latest in modern robotics KMI’s production capacity has surpassed 96 million welded sub-frame component parts per year. Exceeding quality standards is our goal therefore our associates receive hands-on training to ensure exceptional quality and production demands are met. Quality Assurance
Accuracy and quality assurance are guaranteed through varied inspections to determine the conformity and accuracy of steel parts. Our QA team ensures the manufactured product is verified against the customer’s part drawings and specifications.

Sometimes the person with the best idea for improving a process is the person who works with it every day.That's why lis...
10/26/2026

Sometimes the person with the best idea for improving a process is the person who works with it every day.

That's why listening matters.

A small adjustment can improve safety, quality, efficiency, or simply make a process work better.

KMI associates: what's something you've learned by doing the job that you couldn't have learned from a manual?

Think back to your very first job.What did it teach you that you still use today?Maybe it was showing up on time.Maybe i...
10/25/2026

Think back to your very first job.

What did it teach you that you still use today?
Maybe it was showing up on time.
Maybe it was talking to customers.
Maybe it was learning how to work with people completely different from you.

10/23/2026

When production equipment is running, it's easy to focus on what's being made.

When something isn't running?
That's when another group becomes especially important.

KMI's maintenance associates help troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the systems that keep manufacturing moving.

Mechanical knowledge. Electrical skills. Problem-solving.

And probably a pretty high tolerance for hearing, “Can you come take a look at this?”

A lot has changed since KMI began building its operation in Kalida in 1996.The facility has grown.Technology has changed...
10/22/2026

A lot has changed since KMI began building its operation in Kalida in 1996.

The facility has grown.

Technology has changed.

Manufacturing itself has evolved.

And generations of associates have contributed to getting KMI where it is today.

As we approach three decades in Kalida, we're curious:
Longtime associates: what's the biggest change you've seen?

10/21/2026

How do you know a part is right?

Not because it looks right.

Measurement, inspection, process controls, and customer specifications help determine whether a component meets the requirements it was designed to meet.

And quality isn't something added at the end.

It's built throughout the process.

One of the most important safety tools doesn't hang on a wall.It's your voice.See something that doesn't look right?Say ...
10/20/2026

One of the most important safety tools doesn't hang on a wall.
It's your voice.
See something that doesn't look right?
Say something.
Have a question about a process?
Ask it.
Know a safer way to approach something?
Bring it forward.

A strong safety culture depends on associates looking out for themselves and each other.

A finished part isn't much help if it doesn't get where it needs to go.That's where Material Service comes in.Moving mat...
10/19/2026

A finished part isn't much help if it doesn't get where it needs to go.

That's where Material Service comes in.

Moving materials into production. Keeping components flowing. Preparing finished product for its next destination.

It's one of those parts of manufacturing you may not think about until you realize nothing moves without it.

10/18/2026

Not every great manufacturing career starts with years of manufacturing experience.

Sometimes it starts with showing up ready to learn.
Dependability matters. Curiosity matters. Taking pride in your work matters.
The technical skills can grow from there.

Interested in seeing where you might fit at KMI?

You get to spend one hour learning how one area of KMI works.Where are you going?A. StampingB. RoboticsC. EngineeringD. ...
10/17/2026

You get to spend one hour learning how one area of KMI works.

Where are you going?
A. Stamping
B. Robotics
C. Engineering
D. Quality

Pick one and tell us why.

Today is Boss's Day, but we'd rather talk about leadership.The best leaders don't simply tell people what to do.They lis...
10/16/2026

Today is Boss's Day, but we'd rather talk about leadership.
The best leaders don't simply tell people what to do.

They listen. Teach. Set expectations. Share knowledge. Help others get better.

Today we're recognizing the associates across KMI who take on the responsibility of leading others.

What's something a great leader has taught you?

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801 Ottawa Street, PO Box 390
Kalida, OH
45853

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