Josh Dennie
Josh Dennie has been with Optimax Systems, Inc. since 2006 and has served as Manufacturing Manager since 2011, overseeing the company's 24/7 manufacturing operations. A dedicated advocate of lean manufacturing, Josh drives continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity and quality. Under his leadership, manufacturing capacity has increased by 25% through strategic hiring, capital investments, and process improvements. His efforts have also led to record-breaking on-time delivery and manufacturing-related sales. Josh’s motto, “Great people, great culture,” reflects his strong appreciation for the team and work environment at Optimax.
Education
Josh holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in industrial engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). In addition, Josh earned his MBA from the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester, while working full-time at Optimax.
Experience
Before joining Optimax in 2006, Josh worked at Walt Disney World as an industrial engineer and at General Mills in Operations. During his time at Optimax, he has served in numerous roles ranging from production control to supply chain, before rising to the head of manufacturing with a focus on prototype and production.