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Richard Alton named CEO of Methods Machine Tools

The Board of Directors of Methods Machine Tools has appointed Richard “Rick” Alton as its CEO, effective immediately. Alton will assume responsibility for all operating functions of Methods Machine Tools across its nine direct offices throughout the United States, as well as its national distribution network.

Since 2017, Alton served as CEO of Manitou Americas and president of the Compact Equipment Products Division, overseeing the company’s $400 million business of manufactured construction and material handling equipment. Prior to Manitou, Alton spent 19 years at JLG Industries, an Oshkosh Corporation company, including 15 years in sales and sales management in which he helped grow the company’s $1 billion international business. Additionally, he helped develop, and later served as general manager of, JLG’s strategic alliance with Caterpillar.

“I’m thrilled to be taking the helm at Methods and working with a talented and dedicated team,” says Alton. “The history of the company has long focused on premium machines tools, industry-leading automation and engineering, and exceptional customer support.”

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Okuma America recognized as a Top Workplace in 2023

Okuma America Corp. was nationally recognized as a 2023 Top Workplace. The company received two awards within the manufacturing industry and compensation and benefits categories, granted by Top Workplaces, an employer recognition organization in the United States.

Okuma America is one of 60 top employers which employ 150 to 499 employees within the manufacturing industry in the U.S.

Jim King, president and COO of Okuma America says, “We're incredibly fortunate to have such an excellent team here at Okuma, and it's a privilege to serve them in my role. We continuously strive to be a leader within the manufacturing industry and are diligent in ensuring our team is compensated competitively for their efforts. We're grateful to be recognized in these areas and to receive these national Top Workplace awards.”