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title: Ray Melens | Patriot | Optimax Supports & Employes our Veterans
description: At Optimax, military veterans thrive as motivated, disciplined team players. Discover the Optimax Patriots and their stories here.
---

![Optimax Patriots](https://www.optimaxsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/American-Flag2.jpg?width=300&name=American-Flag2.jpg)

# Optimax Patriots

 Optimax Employee: J. Bologna

## Ray Melens

Ray joined the U.S. Marine Corp. back in 1968 as a cook/rifleman. Upon completion of initial training, he was sent to the 3rd Medical Battalion, H&S Co, 3rd Marine Div. in Quang Tri, Vietnam. He was assigned as a graveyard shift baker and his nickname soon became, “Baker.” He later was reassigned to patrol and guard duty where Ray severely injured his back due to the rugged terrain and was sent back to the states where he soon after was discharged from the Marine Corp.

Thank you for your service.

![Ray Melens, Optimax Patriot](https://go.optimaxsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ray-Melens.jpg?width=300&name=Ray-Melens.jpg)

### Meet our Patriots

Why are we so passionate about our mission? Many of us have military experience or direct relationships with military personnel. Currently, Optimax employs more than 20+ veterans who are motivated and disciplined team players.

[Return to Patriot Page](https://www.optimaxsi.com/about/patriots)

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