Serving the automotive industry for more than two decades, we are motivated by the pursuit of achieving perfection and continuous improvement. Beginning as a joint venture among three partners in February of 1996, in Kalida, OH, the facility’s footprint started out as a 97,000 sq. ft. plant. Thanks to a successful 25+ years the facility has undergone extensive expansion projects and now boasts an impressive 478,782 sq. ft. of innovative, cutting edge manufacturing excellence.
Through our commitment to excellence and employing skilled, talented craftsmen we produce quality, cost-effective, reliable automobile parts earning us the honor of saying we have KMI parts in EVERY Honda vehicle manufactured in North America.
Our goal is to strive to be world class and create a culture of honor through mutual understanding, respect and trust.
“To safely produce and accurately deliver high quality parts at a competitive price while providing value for our shareholders, associates and the community.”
In October of 1996 Kalida Manufacturing was officially incorporated.
KMI breaks ground on a 147,586 sq.ft. facility in Kalida, Ohio
Kalida Manufacturing completes their first round of production.
KMI expands to include new Stamping press.
1st parts from new Aida 400 ton Stamping Press. Increased building size to 185,643 sq.ft. Manpower at 105 associates.
Building expansion and installation of 2500 ton Aida Press. Increased building size to 306,482 sq.ft. Manpower at 282 associates.
Plant expansion increasing building size to 458,782 increased manpower to 416 associates.
Installation of 2nd 2500 ton Aida Press. Increasing building size to 478,782 sq ft.
KMI celebrates 25 years in business.