Job Description

Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

We are looking for an exceptional HR Generalist/HR Business Partner who will serve as a trusted partner to the leaders of our Plasma & Reactive Gas Solutions (P&RGS) business unit. You will have the ability to pivot between being involved in strategic organizational planning for the business and supporting day-to-day activities at the site. You will also be an important member of the HR team, ensuring consistency in our HR practices and balance advocating for the business, employees, and managers.

What you will do:

• Leveraging your strong HR generalist skills, you will be responsible for driving all HR programs, projects and activities at the site(s) of responsibility, advising and guiding managers and employees on such matters including performance management, employee relations, development planning, training, immigration/visa matters, HR process improvement, HR metrics/reporting, candidate interviewing and selection and more.
• You will serve as the day-to-day HR contact for site management and employees to address questions and issues that arise, providing sound HR guidance and counsel in a responsive and timely manner
• You will further develop and hone your HR Business Partner skills by serving as trusted advisor and influencer to leadership on matters related to the business unit and site(s).
• You will partner with our HR COE’s (e.g. total rewards/benefits, talent acquisition, talent and org development, communications) in support of HR programs, projects and activities and serve as the liaison for the site(s) employee population ensuring a high quality level of service is provided.
• You will support our company’s efforts in ensuring company policies and practices are in compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and procedures, including record keeping, policy statements, non-discriminatory practices, regulation compliance, affirmative action, etc.
• You will develop an understanding of our business beyond the HR function and influence the local organization(s) to ensure superior operations and business outcomes. 

What will you bring to the team, along with your passion for being an indispensable HR Business Partner is:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist/HRBP, or an equivalent mix of education and experience; Experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
• Experience must include performance management, employee relations, and corrective action; experience managing immigration matters a plus
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws impacting employment and ability to interpret and apply applicable laws and regulations
• Strong communication skills with the ability to persuade stakeholders, peers, and management
• Demonstrated business acumen and analytical skills
• Knowledge of HRIS systems, Workday preferred
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) strongly desired
• SHRM CP and/or HRCI PHR certification a plus