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KIRCHHOFF Automotive offers body solutions that make tomorrow's mobility safe.

Innovative and economical lightweight products ensure that people are optimally protected in the event of an accident. As a supplier to the automotive industry, KIRCHHOFF Automotive develops and produces complex metal and hybrid structures for body-in-white and chassis that are lightweight, economical and crash-proof. Because the vehicles of the future - from electric to autonomous - also need bod

ies that ensure the greatest possible safety for all those involved in an accident in the event of an emergency. As a global player, we offer our customers in Europe, Asia and North America comprehensive know-how in the areas of economical lightweight construction and crash performance. With the advanced technology of partial press hardening, KIRCHHOFF Automotive is able to produce steel products with different strength ranges and thus weight- and crash-optimized body components. Many car manufacturers today have complex structural parts for the body-in-white made in hybrid design - Combinations of steel-aluminum or metal-plastic - developed by us and manufactured worldwide. A global production network with the core technologies of forming, joining, lightweight construction and surface treatment ensures uniform manufacturing and production standards. Products such as crash management systems, front-end frames and cross-members are assembled into a wide variety of components in JIT plants in close proximity to customers. The family-owned company, which has existed since 1785, is part of today's KIRCHHOFF Group, which is made up of the Automotive, Ecotec, Mobility and WITTE Tools divisions. With more than 8,000 employees and 27 production plants in 11 countries, KIRCHHOFF Automotive represents the largest division in the group.

05/28/2026

🎙️ New K>VOICES episode: Global perspectives in !

What does it take to lead a global function across regions, cultures and teams? In the newest Episode of K>VOICES, our host Natasha speaks with Piotr, our Head of Global Manufacturing , about a career that has taken him across Europe, North America, Mexico and Asia.

After joining KIRCHHOFF Automotive nearly 20 years ago as a Manufacturing Engineer in Poland, Piotr has been involved in plant expansions, supported new launches and helped connect Engineering teams worldwide. Today, he brings these experiences together in his role.

In this conversation, they talk about:
🌍 Working across cultures and what it means for collaboration
🤝 Why teamwork is behind every major milestone
✈️ Personal lessons from international assignments and relocating abroad

Beyond work, Piotr also shares what helps him recharge after time on the road - from mountain biking to sailing and travelling. A grounded and thoughtful episode that looks at the people and perspectives behind Engineering.

Listen now to the next episode of K>VOICES!

🍎 Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/interview-with-piotr/id1808225167?i=1000766767911

🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/65HHUw4aknINHAQL5uDcds?si=EZxSkM0hQ5uKustQaaKSJQ

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05/26/2026

✅🚀 From intern to quality leader!

What started as an internship in 2020 in has developed into a strong and steady career path at KIRCHHOFF Automotive.

During his studies in Industrial Engineering and Management, Luis Franco joined our team and quickly gained hands-on insights into our processes.

Taking on more early on, he continued his journey in the quality area, working closely with customers, supporting production on site and collaborating across international teams.

🔧 Hands-on experience in production and problem solving
🌍 Close collaboration with customers and global teams
📈 Continuous development into a leadership role

Today, Luis is Process Control and Quality System Efficiency Area Manager, leading a team focused on ensuring high standards and driving continuous improvement every day.

A great example of how careers grow step by step through trust, ownership and teamwork!

Interested in a career at KIRCHHOFF Automotive? Apply now via the link 👉 www.kirchhoff-automotive.com/jobs

05/21/2026

🚀🌍 Expanding our supplier network in the !

Strengthening resilient supply chains and building strong regional partnerships remains a key focus for KIRCHHOFF Automotive. At the Interconnect B2B Matchmaking Conference 2026 in , our Procurement team engaged with a broad range of suppliers from Serbia and across the Balkan region.

The event provided a valuable platform to deepen existing relationships and explore new opportunities. Building on positive experience from previous supplier initiatives in the region, the focus was on identifying partners that combine know-how with reliable and scalable capabilities.

🤝 Connecting with established and emerging automotive suppliers
🌍 Leveraging regional proximity to our European production network
🔧 Evaluating high-quality manufacturing and technical expertise
📈 Expanding a stable and future-oriented supplier base

The Balkan region continues to show strong development as a nearshore sourcing market with a growing number of internationally active suppliers and the exchange in Belgrade marks another step in strengthening our supplier network.

05/19/2026

🌍✨ New entrance area in !

The entrance area in our Attendorn plant has been completely redesigned and now presents our company in a clear and modern way. A warm, wood-inspired design creates an open and welcoming atmosphere that reflects our presence and brings different elements of the space together.

At the center, a globe featuring employees from our sites worldwide makes one thing visible at first glance: collaboration across regions is a key part of how we work. At the same time, the presentation of our company has been fully rethought.

Three large screens guide visitors through the most important phases of our development in a connected story:
🕰️ 1785 to 1984 - From the early beginnings to the foundation of today’s structures
🚗 1984 to 2003 - Expansion into the passenger car market and growth in international business
🔬 2003 to today - Transformation into a development partner with strong in-house R&D

Our new area brings together past, present and future in one place and makes the development of our company tangible from the very first step inside. Visit us and discover the new entrance area!

05/12/2026

💪🌅 209 km of and endurance

Two teams from our Hungarian colleagues took on the relay around Lake Balaton and finished stronger than expected.

Over nearly 209 km, they ran day and night through changing conditions and demanding stages. What made the difference was not just physical strength, but true team coordination and commitment.

🏃 2 teams completed the full 209 km relay
⏱ Both teams finished ahead of their planned time
🌡 High temperatures by day and cold conditions at night

From early morning stretches to night sections and sunrise runs along the lake, every kilometer required focus, resilience and trust in each other. Many pushed beyond their personal limits and achieved new along the way.

We are proud of the outstanding performance and team spirit shown by our colleagues. Events like this show what teamwork really means in practice!

05/08/2026

🏆 KIRCHHOFF Automotive has once again been awarded the Silver Medal!

With an increased overall score from 72 to 74 points, the latest assessment highlights our continuous and systematic progress in sustainability.

Despite increasingly demanding evaluation criteria, improvements were achieved across all four areas assessed:

🌱 Environment
🤝 Labor & Human Rights
⚖️ Ethics
🔗 Sustainable Procurement

The current results place KIRCHHOFF Automotive among the top 8% of companies in the manufacture of motor vehicle parts and accessories and within the top 17% of all companies evaluated worldwide.

Earning the Silver Medal for the third time in a row demonstrates consistent progress even under challenging conditions.

A big thank you to everyone involved for their commitment and high level of quality - a key contribution to this result.

05/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations on the re-election!

We warmly congratulate our Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the KIRCHHOFF Group, Arndt G. Kirchhoff, on his re-election as President of unternehmer nrw.

His confirmation for another two-year term reflects the trust placed in his long-standing commitment and his strong voice for business in North Rhine-Westphalia.

👏 We are very pleased about this clear vote of confidence and wish him continued success and energy in the years ahead.

04/30/2026

🌳✨ Creating something meaningful together

At our site, colleagues and their families took part in a KIRCHHOFF Culture Life event that focused on creativity and shared values.

Together, they created a large steel sculpture made up of many individually designed elements.

At the heart of the is a familiar symbol at KIRCHHOFF Automotive. Trees formed from numerous steel leaves, coming together as one strong whole.

What the sculpture stands for:
🌱 Unity built from individual contributions
🎨 Creativity as part of our culture
🔬 Innovation and technical expertise
💙 Trust, responsibility and values

The tree motif reflects both our roots as a family owned company and our long term commitment to thinking.

The finished sculpture will remain as a visible sign of what can be achieved through collaboration. This is part of how culture is lived at KIRCHHOFF Automotive.

04/28/2026

🌟When and Tradition Came Together

The 20th anniversary event at our plant in brought colleagues, partners and guests together to look back on two decades of development, teamwork and shared success.

The program highlighted the connection between tradition and progress that defines the site today: Modern robotic technology appeared alongside traditional lion dances during the celebration.

Beyond the ceremony itself, the event was shaped by many personal conversations, moments of laughter and a strong sense of .

It reflected not only what has been achieved over the past 20 years, but also the motivation and commitment that continue to drive the site forward.

👏 A memorable celebration of 20 years of KIRCHHOFF Automotive in Suzhou!

04/23/2026

🏭🎉 20 years of KIRCHHOFF Automotive in !

Our Suzhou plant recently marked a major milestone, celebrating two decades as a key part of ’s automotive industry. What began in 2006 has grown into an important pillar of our Asia-Pacific operations, with a strong focus on lightweight technology, quality excellence and local innovation.

Over the past 20 years, the site has continuously evolved alongside a rapidly changing market. Today, Suzhou is a trusted partner for leading , particularly in the NEV segment, and plays a central role in our global R&D network.

👏 This journey has been driven by dedicated teams, strong customer relationships and a clear focus on precision and quality.

Looking ahead, the Suzhou plant will continue to advance intelligent manufacturing, lean production and low-carbon solutions. With materials, smart technologies and local expertise, the team is helping shape the next chapter of mobility in China and beyond.

✅ 20 years is an important milestone and it is also a new starting point.

04/22/2026

🌟🌱 Sometimes a starts with coincidence – and grows into something lasting

More than 15 years ago, Stefanie joined KIRCHHOFF Automotive in Iserlohn as a marketing intern. What was meant to be a temporary assignment quickly turned into the foundation of a long-term career.

From the very beginning, she was trusted with and involved in projects that went far beyond day-to-day tasks. Key moments early on shaped her journey:

🎉 Supporting our 225th company anniversary with international guests
🚗 Taking responsibility in general for large-scale event projects
📘 Contributing to a comprehensive publication on our company history

With a background outside of , but a strong interest in communications and creativity, Stefanie found her professional home at KIRCHHOFF Automotive.

Shortly after her , she took the next step into a permanent role. Today, she looks back on more than a decade and a half with the company.

Interested in a career at KIRCHHOFF Automotive? Apply now via the link 👉 www.kirchhoff-automotive.com/jobs

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Stefanstrasse 2
Aurora, ON
58638

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+19057278585

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https://kirchhoff-automotive.com/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirchhoff-automotive/

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