Join the Team

Join our Team.
KMI has been rated as Putnam County’s top employer!

Are you ready for a steady, reliable, rewarding career?

Kalida Manufacturing has been producing quality parts for one of the top auto manufacturers in North America as a tier two supplier for more than 20 years. We have a commitment to excellence as well as creating a safe, clean work environment for our team.

Below you’ll find additional information on each of our direct employment opportunities as we are hiring skilled associates who have a commitment to excellence in job performance.

KMI runs three shifts, but has immediate openings on the 2nd shift for the positions noted below.

Stamping Equipment Support Group - Assistant Staff Engineer

Support and maintain ESG business plan. Assist in all extended downtime situations.

Industrial Stamping Technician

Support and maintain all production equipment to maximize run time.

Stamping Associate

The successful candidate must have a good work history and be able to work overtime – including Saturdays.

Die Maintenance

Support and maintain daily activities and projects for the Die Maintenance Department.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen. KMI is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Testimonials What do KMI Associates have to say?

KMI Associate since 2013

“I have been at KMI for 8 years now. It is a very friendly and safe environment to work in. KMI is a great company to work for you get many great health benefits. There are always opportunities to advance in many different job positions. KMI tries to give back to the surrounding communities by raising money for Toys for Tots and United Way. We strive to make the best quality cars on the road.”

KMI Associate since 1996

“As a full time associate at KMI for 25 years, I appreciate the benefits KMI offers! Where else can you work and the monthly premium is $30 a month for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance to cover your FAMILY? KMI is a climate controlled facility, a major plus on those hot summer days! The facility is very clean considering it’s a weld / stamping manufacturer and safety is always priority #1. All Associates at KMI wear the same type of uniform, no matter if you work in the office or on the production floor, the uniforms are a plus, no need to launder as KMI has that taken care of also! Another great benefit KMI offers is 1 week paid shutdown over July 4th and another week paid shutdown at Christmas through New Years, this is in addition to your vacation that you earn.There is always opportunity to advance at KMI if that’s something that interests you. Starting from the ground and working your way up is something that many of our Management Team members have done.”

KMI Associate since 2007

“I have been with KMI for over 15 years. During my employment here I have met some very nice people and made some long term friendships. When It comes to this company we have endured a lot and we have overcome it together, that is one of the reasons why I enjoy working here. KMI tries to show their appreciation to their employees as often as they can from providing a free lunch to giving a TPM bonus at the end of the year and on top of that they give out Christmas presents whereas most companies give you one or the other. They give you opportunities to gain more vacation days on top of the ones you get every year, and they have very good, inexpensive insurance. We all know to get a good steel toe boot they can become very expensive, KMI offers a 75% discount on steel toe boots once a year and you do not have to worry about what to wear to work every day because they provide uniforms and free laundry. Those are just some of the reasons I like working at KMI.”

Learn more about why a career with KMI is right for you.