Edwards Genesee Dry Pump Facility

Appointed HR Manager for Product Company Genesee in June 2025, Jasmina is responsible for leading HR operations, strategic workforce planning, and compliance. She reports directly to Dan Papsidero.

Since joining Edwards Vacuum in 2018 as an HR Generalist in the General Vacuum Division, Jasmina has held progressive roles including Mergers & Acquisitions, Integration HR Manager in the Semiconductor Division. She has been a key leader in the development of PC Genesee, driving the People & Culture and Learning & Development workstreams. She has ten years of Humam Resources experience in the manufacturing sector with strong expertise in project management, organizational design, compliance, and change management.

Jasmina holds a B.S. in Healthcare Administration from SUNY Brockport and is certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR).

Outside of work, Jasmina enjoys traveling and spending time with family.

In his role as Business Controller, Paul is responsible for supporting the financial oversight, strategic planning, and performance management of Genesee operations.

Paul brings a deep understanding of the business and a strong track record of success within the organization. Most recently, he served as VTBA Logistics Business Controller, managing the financial reporting strategy of distribution center networks across North America, China, Korea, and Japan. Prior to that, he held roles as Business Controller for Edwards North America General Vacuum and Business Controller for PC Niagara.

Paul holds a BA in International Business and Spanish and an MBA in Professional Accounting from Canisius College, as well as an MA in Hispanic Linguistics from the University at Buffalo.

Outside of work, Paul enjoys traveling and spending time with his two children, Dean and Alessandra.

Mike joined Edwards on July 1, 2024, as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer and has since been deeply involved in Project Kingfisher, a new PC factory located in Western New York. He is committed to building a dynamic, flexible, and innovative manufacturing engineering team.

His role has included cross-national collaboration with the Edwards team in Cheonan, South Korea, an experience he has found both rewarding and enriching. With 28 years of manufacturing experience, Mike has developed strong expertise in CNC machining. His career began immediately after high school when he started machining while attending night classes at Henry Ford College in Dearborn, Michigan.

Outside of work, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife of 24 years and their two children, aged 19 and 13. The family shares a love for camping, exploring, cheering on the Buffalo Bills, and connecting with friends. Mike also enjoys working with his hands at home.

Jerome serves as Quality Manager, overseeing the alignment of the quality management system with ISO standards and driving compliance and operational efficiency across the organization.

He has over 25 years of experience in engineering and quality systems, having held roles at Amada Tool America, ET Precision Optics, Woodward HSC, and Harris Corporation. His background spans process engineering, product development, and mechanical systems.

Jerome holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology and an Associate of Science in Engineering Science from Genesee Community College.

Outside of work, he enjoys carpentry, boating, gardening, and exploring history.

James (Jamie) Annunziata serves as Operations Manager at Edwards Genesee, focusing on enhancing manufacturing efficiency and streamlining operational processes. He plays a key role in driving productivity, reducing costs, and supporting strategic growth across global operations.

Jamie brings 19 years of experience from Moog, where he served as Value Stream Manager for the F35 program as well as Pumps and Motors. His background includes lean manufacturing, process improvement, and cross-functional leadership.

Jamie holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and an MBA from Medaille University.

Outside of work, Jamie is a passionate hockey player and recently won a gold medal representing Team USA at the World Championships held at Buffalo Riverworks in June 2025. He will compete again in the Dominican Republic this November and enjoys supporting Buffalo sports and spending time with his family.

Joshua leads the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) program and oversees Facilities Maintenance, helping to foster a strong safety culture and drive operational excellence across Edwards Genesee.

He brings experience from both the food and automotive industries, including his most recent role at Alkegen in the automotive insulation business unit.

Joshua holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Sport Management from SUNY Fredonia and a Master of Science in EHS Management from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).

Outside the workplace, Joshua enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors. He is a regular at the gym and a devoted sports fan, cheering on the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Dallas Cowboys.