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title: Ale’ Mendoza |  Director of Human Resources | Optimax Systems, Inc
description: Ale’ Mendoza, Director of Human Resources at Optimax, where he fosters a strong company culture and workforce alignment. Learn more.
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# Ale’ Mendoza

 Director of Human Resources

Ale’ Mendoza, Director of Human Resources at Optimax, began his journey with the company in 2006 after retiring from the US Air Force.

He is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the human resource development programs for more than 400+ employees, focusing on areas such as employee relations, career path development, compensation, compliance, and performance management. Ale’ is committed to maintaining alignment with Optimax’s company culture while providing strategic and tactical guidance to both managerial and non-managerial staff.

His motto, "I get to collaborate alongside a team that is passionate and determined to fulfill our mission and committed to having fun," reflects his enthusiasm for his role and the team at Optimax.

<https://www.linkedin.com/in/alemendoza/>

![Ale’ Mendoza](https://www.optimaxsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ale-Mendoza.webp?width=300&name=Ale-Mendoza.webp)

## News

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Sep 18, 2023

### On the Money: Featuring Optimax Expansion

Thanks to WCNY for coming out to visit Optimax and feature our new 50,000 sq. ft. expansion and continuing growth in the ...

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](https://www.optimaxsi.com/news/2023/on-the-money-featuring-optimax-expansion)[

Jun 22, 2022

### East High graduates find ‘good-paying’ jobs in $3B precision optics industry

Jamel Brown is among the 2022 graduates at East High. His post-high school plans include pursuing a career in Rochester’s $3 ...

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](https://www.optimaxsi.com/news/2022/east-high-graduates-find-good-paying-jobs-in-3b-precision-optics-industry)[

May 2, 2022

### High-Quality Jobs Are More Than Pay, Benefits

High-quality jobs are most often spoken about in regard to benefits and pay, but the culture and skill development ...

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](https://www.optimaxsi.com/news/high-quality-jobs-are-more-than-pay-and-benefits)[

Mar 26, 2021

### Alejandro Mendoza Appointed to National Workforce Panel

Optimax is pleased to announce that Alejandro (Ale) Mendoza, Director of Human Resources, has been appointed by National Skills ...

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](https://www.optimaxsi.com/news/2021/alejandro-mendoza-appointed-to-national-workforce-panel)[

Jan 7, 2021

### Finger Lakes Works Presents: Employer Panel for Veterans

Join Finger Lakes Works on Thursday, January 21st, for a virtual Employer Panel for Veterans and their families. Optimax Human ...

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](https://www.optimaxsi.com/news/finger-lakes-works-presents-employer-panel-for-veterans)[

Mar 6, 2016

### Six named for HR executive honors

Six local human resources executives will be honored at the third annual HR Executive of the Year Awards, sponsored by the ...

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](https://www.optimaxsi.com/news/six-named-for-hr-executive-honors)

### Associations

- National Skills Coalition
- BLU Leadership
- FAME

- Finger Lakes Community College
- Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce

### Education

Ale’ holds an associate degree in physical studies from Monroe Community College (MCC), a bachelor’s degree in applied arts and sciences from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), and a master’s degree in organizational learning and human resources development from St. John Fisher College.

### Experience

Before joining Optimax, Ale’ was a member of the United States Air Force, where he served in a variety of specialized roles. His military career included assignments with Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training, Missile Warning, Space Surveillance, and Aircrew Life Support systems and training.

In addition to his current role at Optimax, Ale’ has a passion for collaborating and building relationships with workforce development organizations. Ale’ serves the local community as a member of the Finger Lakes Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise (FAME), the Finger Lakes Community College Foundation board, and the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce HR Executive forum. At the same time, regionally, he’s a member of the NY state workforce strategy group – Invest in Skills NY coalition, and nationally, he serves as a board member of the National Fund for Workforce Solutions and partners with the National Skills Coalition and Business Leaders United, including a member of their Manufacturing Industry Recovery Panel.

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