Founded in 1983 by Barry and Ann Woodyard, R.K. Industries, Inc. began in a 2,000-square-foot building and has grown to approximately 100 employees and a 45,000-square-foot facility in Ottawa, Ohio. The company manufactures automotive parts, with production stamping and robotic welding among its stated capabilities.
Kalida Manufacturing, IncKalida Manufacturing, Inc. produces automotive parts for global brands, with stamping, robotic welding, and subassembly operations at its Kalida, Ohio facility. Founded in 1996, the company says its parts are used in every Honda vehicle manufactured in North America and that its plant has expanded to 478,782 square feet.KALIDA, OH
RK MetalsFounded in 1997 by K.C. and Tom McKee, RK Metals is a contract manufacturer of metal stampings and assemblies. It grew from a 7,000-square-foot farmhouse with six small presses to a 45,000-square-foot facility in Fairfield, Ohio, where it serves customers in the US, Mexico, and Europe.FAIRFIELD, OH
Roberts Manufacturing Co. IncEstablished in 1953, Roberts Manufacturing Co. Inc. makes precision-machined components and assemblies at its Oakwood, Ohio facility. The company employs approximately 55 people and supports both individual-part orders and major contract or stocking programs, with quality assurance backed by more than 75 years of staff experience and over 800 internally maintained gages.OAKWOOD, OH
Robin IndustriesFounded in 1947, Robin Industries is an employee-owned manufacturer that designs and molds rubber and plastic products, with a long-standing focus on automotive and medical components. The company serves automotive, medical, defense, and industrial markets from its Ohio operations, with additional manufacturing in Mexico.WINESBURG, OH