The History of NAL’s First Forty Years

Discover the innovations, milestones, and dedication that have made us leaders in automotive lighting technology and design. Join us in celebrating this remarkable milestone and see how NAL has been lighting the way for the automotive industry.

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Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Koito Manufacturing is the parent company of North American Lighting. As a Koito Group Company, NAL operates according to kaizen management principles, which means we manage, measure and improve everything we do. That’s how in 40 short years, NAL has grown to become the leading tier one supplier of automotive lighting systems in North America.

Our vision is to dramatically improve roadway safety by developing innovative lighting technologies that enhance driver vision and response time. We are a team continuously working to bring our vision to light.

With ten facilities in North America, our people are our greatest asset. NAL is hiring engineers, supervisors, trainees, manufacturers, interns and a whole lot more!

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Earlier this week, the Flora Plant kicked off our holiday Team Member dinners with their catered meal from Niemergs. It was a jolly time socializing with Team Flora where everyone was invited to join the “reindeer games.” ... See MoreSee Less

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Earlier this week, the Flora Plant kicked off our holiday Team Member dinners with their catered meal from Niemergs. It was a jolly time socializing with Team Flora where everyone was invited to join the “reindeer games.”Image attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

Don’t get stuck working a dead end job! Join us at NAL where your future is as bright as our headlights and taillights! Apply today for immediate career opportunities using the link below.
www.nal.com/hourly-job-openings/
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Don’t get stuck working a dead end job! Join us at NAL where your future is as bright as our headlights and taillights! Apply today for immediate career opportunities using the link below. 
https://www.nal.com/hourly-job-openings/

🎅❤️💚 The NAL Paris Plant recently hosted Team Members and their families for cupcakes with Santa where everyone also got a surprise visit from the Grinch himself! ... See MoreSee Less

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🎅❤️💚 The NAL Paris Plant recently hosted Team Members and their families for cupcakes with Santa where everyone also got a surprise visit from the Grinch himself!Image attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

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Come see us at Parklanes in Newton, IL to hear about immediate employment opportunities at the NAL Flora Plant!
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Thanks to everyone who braved the cold and came out to see all the floats in the Paris Christmas Parade on Saturday! We rode in style in a 2025 Yukon, courtesy of Diepholz Auto Of Paris, to show off our headlights in the lighted parade. It was a great way to kick off the holiday season in our local community. NAL also has an F-150 display at Twin Lakes Park during the holiday season. Be sure to check it out! ... See MoreSee Less

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Thanks to everyone who braved the cold and came out to see all the floats in the Paris Christmas Parade on Saturday! We rode in style in a 2025 Yukon, courtesy of Diepholz Auto Of Paris, to show off our headlights in the lighted parade. It was a great way to kick off the holiday season in our local community. NAL also has an F-150 display at Twin Lakes Park during the holiday season. Be sure to check it out!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

Happy Thanksgiving! We are very fortunate to have a strong and dedicated NAL family. Our Team Members are the driving force behind our prestigious position in the automotive industry! Thank you for your hard work and commitment! ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy Thanksgiving! We are very fortunate to have a strong and dedicated NAL family. Our Team Members are the driving force behind our prestigious position in the automotive industry! Thank you for your hard work and commitment!

It’s time to start prepping those turkeys! Team Members from our Mattoon Plant went home with turkeys last Friday for their Thanksgiving gatherings. Enjoy! ... See MoreSee Less

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It’s time to start prepping those turkeys! Team Members from our Mattoon Plant went home with turkeys last Friday for their Thanksgiving gatherings. Enjoy!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

Happy Turkey Week! 🦃 Thanks to their activity committee, last Friday, every Paris Plant Team Member went home with a turkey for their own Thanksgiving gathering. Happy prepping to all who are hosting! May your tables be crowded and your hearts full. ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy Turkey Week! 🦃 Thanks to their activity committee, last Friday, every Paris Plant Team Member went home with a turkey for their own Thanksgiving gathering. Happy prepping to all who are hosting! May your tables be crowded and your hearts full.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

💚💗🧹 Join us in the OZmazing Lexus TX for a wicked journey to Emerald City!

*Headlights and taillights made by yours truly.
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Our Flora, IL facility is hosting offsite open interviews at Parklanes in Newton on Tuesday, December 3 from 8:30am-3:30pm. We’re hiring Assembly Operators, Material Handlers and Technicians to help us build headlights and taillights for automotive brands like Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Ford and more! Check out more job details at the link below. See you December 3 at Parklanes in Newton, IL! ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

FEATURED JOB: HVAC Technician in Muscle Shoals, AL

We’re looking for a candidate with an associate's degree in HVAC or HVAC certification that has experience with installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems. If this sounds like you, you may review more job details and submit an application using the link below.

Apply today: jobs.nal.com/job/Muscle-Shoals-HVAC-Technician-AL-35661/1235540500/
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FEATURED JOB: HVAC Technician in Muscle Shoals, AL

We’re looking for a candidate with an associates degree in HVAC or HVAC certification that has experience with installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems. If this sounds like you, you may review more job details and submit an application using the link below. 

Apply today: https://jobs.nal.com/job/Muscle-Shoals-HVAC-Technician-AL-35661/1235540500/

Our 5th annual 1 mile Turkey Trot at the Farmington Hills Office was a bit chilly this year but fun nonetheless! 🦃 ... See MoreSee Less

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Our 5th annual 1 mile Turkey Trot at the Farmington Hills Office was a bit chilly this year but fun nonetheless! 🦃Image attachmentImage attachment

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Lot's of Turkeys work at Paris

Last but certainly not least, we were happy to welcome three tour groups from Richland County Middle School and two groups from Flora Elementary School for tours of our Flora Plant earlier this fall! It was a pleasure celebrating Manufacturing Month with you and sharing all the innovation taking place inside our facility. ... See MoreSee Less

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Last but certainly not least, we were happy to welcome three tour groups from Richland County Middle School and two groups from Flora Elementary School for tours of our Flora Plant earlier this fall! It was a pleasure celebrating Manufacturing Month with you and sharing all the innovation taking place inside our facility.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Congrats to this team of bowlers who beat the #1 team in the Paris, IL league last night! Way to represent! 🎳 ... See MoreSee Less

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Congrats to this team of bowlers who beat the #1 team in the Paris, IL league last night! Way to represent! 🎳

We'll be conducting open interviews for one more hour at the Wayne City Community Room for openings at our Flora Plant. Stop by to talk with our Human Resources team about how you can jump start your career with NAL before the end of the year! ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you, Monaliza Hearle, for saving Thanksgiving Dinner! Congrats on your impressive table design that is strong enough to hold a whole feast! Monaliza is the winner of the Amazon gift card from our STEM DAY giveaway! We will private message you to coordinate your winnings. ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you, Monaliza Hearle, for saving Thanksgiving Dinner! Congrats on your impressive table design that is strong enough to hold a whole feast! Monaliza is the winner of the Amazon gift card from our STEM DAY giveaway! We will private message you to coordinate your winnings.

Congratulations to Amber West, the winner by popular vote of the Mattoon Plant chili cook off! ... See MoreSee Less

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Congratulations to Amber West, the winner by popular vote of the Mattoon Plant chili cook off!Image attachmentImage attachment

Happy Veterans Day to all who have served. We appreciate your service and sacrifice! ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy Veterans Day to all who have served. We appreciate your service and sacrifice!

Our Flora, IL facility is hosting offsite open interviews at the Wayne City Community Room on Friday, November 15 from 8:30am-3:30pm. We’re hiring Assembly Operators, Material Handlers and Technicians to help us build headlights and taillights for automotive brands like Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Ford and more! Check out more job details at the link below. See you November 15 in Wayne City! ... See MoreSee Less

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