Platform Manager

Date: Oct 1, 2026

Location: Salem, IL, US, 62881

Company: North American Lighting

Job Summary

Who We Are 

North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.  

  

Our Opportunity 

North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Platform Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan and direct the Program Management function of the design or manufacturing process within the organization, including all related personnel. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Your Priorities 

  • Supervises the daily activities of the Program Managers and Sr. Program Managers. 
  • Attends and participates in core team meetings, as necessary. 
  • Provides guidance and direction to core teams in order to complete successful launches from the standpoint of timing, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction. 
  • Ensures that product development and launch systems are followed and maintained. 
  • Provides support to the Program Managers and Sr. Program Managers to help them lead core team activities, facilitate team members’ jobs, and communicate effectively with the customers. 
  • Provides feedback to management on core team development status and manpower requirements. 

 

The salary range for this position is $106,800 - $151,600 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.

Requirements

Your Background 

Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline, plus 10 to 12 years of experience in program management, design, product development, sales, quality, engineering, and/or manufacturing within the automotive industry. 

Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA, and experience in exterior automotive lighting is preferred. 

At North American Lighting

Team Member Benefits 

World class health insurance plans 

Award winning 401k plan 

Relocation assistance 

Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc) 

Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.) 

Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement 
 

Diversity at NAL: 

The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities. 

You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com. 

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requisition ID: 22731

Location: Salem Plant 


Nearest Major Market: Mount Vernon