Our Story

Founded in 1987 by Kaz Kobayashi, Kobay has deep ties to Japan. As a skilled tool and die engineer who helped design Honda's first car, Kobayashi’s expertise led to strong relationships with Japanese automakers in North America. Today, over 60% of our products are featured in Honda vehicles.

Kobay operates two state-of-the-art facilities: a 137,000-square-foot plant in Toronto, Ontario, and a 66,000-square-foot site, Kobay South LLC, in Oxford, Alabama.

We have established a distinctive role in the automotive parts supply chain by pioneering the concept of a Tier 1.5 supplier to bridge the gap between Tier 1 and Tier 2 by providing advanced engineering and process development.

  • Kobay South Plant, Oxford, Alabama

  • Kobay South Plant, Oxford, Alabama

  • Kobay Plant, Toronto, Ontario

  • Kobay Plant, Toronto, Ontario

Delivering Unique Engineering Solutions

Understanding the need for Tier 2 capabilities to enhance engineering, advanced process development, and design, we specialize in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of complex welded assemblies and stampings, particularly in seat assembly.

Today, Kobay distinguishes itself in the automotive parts supply chain by delivering comprehensive end-to-end assembly solutions.

Vision and Mission

Vision Statement

To establish a footprint in the metal stamping and sub-assembly automotive industry in North America, meeting customer needs through technological and manufacturing excellence.

Mission Statement

To be a world-class provider of metal stampings and welded sub-assemblies to automotive manufacturers and other select industries.

Guiding Principles

  • Social Responsibility

    We ensure a safe workplace for all and actively contribute positively to our community.

  • Integrity

    We respect every individual, treating them with honesty, fairness, and compassion.

  • Enthusiasm

    We live with passion, lead with humility, and maintain an unyielding will to succeed.

  • Open-Mindedness

    We value diversity in people and ideas, embracing change with an open heart and mind.

  • Controlled Risk

    We push beyond boundaries while maintaining focus, structure, and discipline to ensure success.

Competitive Advantage

  • Method Of Sale

    Our seamless synergy between sales, production, engineering, and quality ensures trust, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

  • Technological Advantage

    We stay ahead of the curve by continuously seeking and implementing new, smart technologies.

  • Distribution Method

    Leveraging our “Rustbelt” and Southern US footprint, we ensure prompt delivery to our valued customers.

  • Production Efficiency

    We ensure world-class quality and safety with efficiency, flexibility, and innovative problem-solving.

  • Human Resources

    Our integrated team environment fosters creativity, passion, and reliability.

  • Responsive to Market

    We adapt to the ever-changing needs and demands of the Automotive manufacturing sector in a methodical, structured , nimble manner.

  • Superior Products and Service

    From value-added assembly to expertise in die design, stamping and tube bending, our offerings exceed expectations.