Richard Mills

Richard Mills is an experienced executive with a robust background in manufacturing and operations management, currently serving as President at Manitex since October 2021, where responsibilities include full P&L leadership, strategy development, and business transformations across multiple brands. Previous roles include Vice President at N.R.K. and various senior leadership positions at Progress Rail, Harsco Rail, JCB, Trinity Industries, and Heil, where Richard focused on operational excellence, revenue growth, and team development. Richard also has a comprehensive foundation in engineering and continuous improvement, with expertise in lean manufacturing and project management, further enriched by extensive educational credentials from institutions such as The University of Manchester and the University of Kentucky.