WIXOM, Mich. — NGK Spark Plugs (USA) Inc., a subsidiary of NGK Spark Plug Co., has announced the promotion of Robert Pepper to the position of vice president of manufacturing. Pepper, a 35-year veteran in automotive parts manufacturing, has been with NGK since 2007, and previously served as director of manufacturing administration. 
In his new role, Pepper is responsible for all North American manufacturing and OEM/OES distribution, with locations in Irvine, Calif., and Sissonville, W.Va. His experience includes roles with Chrysler, Textron Automotive, Webasto Roof Systems as well as NGK.
Pepper was born in London, England, and spent 23 years in Canada before moving to the U.S. in 1993. He is a graduate of the Canadian Institute of Management.
