We are a world leader in high precision optical manufacturing, delivering custom optics to a wide range of innovators around the globe. Meeting these goals demands the right people. Teamwork, adaptability, and an enthusiastic approach to problem-solving are central to the Optimax culture. But what unites all our employees best is a hunger to continuously learn. We strive to find driven individuals who are committed to lifelong learning; who will continue to add value in their work throughout long and successful careers.
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December 2, 2021
Optimax CEO Rick Plympton Named to 2022 Class of Optica Fellows
Optimax is honored to announce that our CEO, Rick Plympton,... -
September 23, 2021
Optimax Appoints New President Joseph Spilman
Join us in congratulating Joseph Spilman on being appointed president... -
January 1, 2021
Optimax Celebrates 30 Years
The year 2021 marks the 30th Anniversary of Optimax. We... -
November 6, 2020
Optimax ranked 84th among Top 100 Companies in Rochester, NY
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and KPMG LLP ranked... - April 2, 2020
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November 7, 2019
Optimax ranked 47 among the Top 100 Companies in Rochester, NY
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and KPMG LLP ranked... -
October 18, 2019
RBJ Technology & Manufacturing Workforce Development Award
Optimax received the Rochester Business Journal Technology & Manufacturing Workforce Development Award.... -
June 4, 2019
Optimax Wins Two Wealth of Health Awards
On June 4th, Optimax received two Wealth of Health awards... -
May 1, 2019
Optimax 6x D&C Top Workplaces Winner
Six years and running, Optimax has made the list based... -
January 1, 2019
Optimax Doubles its Facility Size
In 2020, Optimax completed its expansion and doubled its facility... -
October 18, 2018
RBJ Manufacturing Workforce Development Award
Optimax received a 2018 Technology & Manufacturing Award. The Rochester... -
October 18, 2018
Rochester Business Hall of Fame
Rick Plympton and Mike Mandina inducted into the Rochester 2018... - October 18, 2018
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August 18, 2018
SBA Top Business Award
In 2012, Mike Mandina and Rick Plympton, Optimax Systems leaders,... -
January 3, 2018
RBJ Manufacturing & Technology
To recognize excellence, promote innovation, and honor the organizations and... - August 29, 2017
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January 3, 2016
The RRPC Leadership Award
Rick Plympton, CEO of Optimax Systems, received the RRPC Leadership... -
January 3, 2016
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October 28, 2013
Inc. Hire Power Awards
Optimax was listed at No.18 on Inc. magazine’s second annual... -
September 19, 2013
Jimmy VanKouwenberg Wins RRPC Education Award
The RRPC Education Award went to James Van Kouwenberg, training... -
January 1, 2011
Optimax Awarded Best Small Workplace
Optimax continued expanding its workforce to over 160 employees and... -
October 24, 2007
Optimax Leads the Way in Lean Manufacturing
Optimax’s leading technology and Lean manufacturing model are the secrets... -
January 1, 2006
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January 1, 2001
Prototype Optics in 1 Week!
In 2001, Optimax employed 80+ employees and expanded its facility... -
January 1, 1996
Tie-dye becomes the official corporate uniform
In 1996, Optimax expanded its workforce to 20 employees and... -
January 1, 1991
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January 1, 1991
