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 enthusiastic Human Resources Generalist who will provide a range of key HR services in our Franklin, Massachusetts site.  In this role you will have the opportunity to focus on delivering exceptional customer service and quality work.  We think you will be excited to work as a team player who collaborates with management, fellow HR team members, employees and corporate HR on various initiatives.  In this role you will:

• Partner with HR management to advise, counsel, and provide feedback to managers and employees on performance management and employee relations issues to constructively resolve problems.  Annually, participate in performance management and compensation planning according to corporate guidelines and pre-established budgets, providing consultation as needed.
• Ensure that company policies and practices follow federal, state and local employment laws and procedures, including record keeping, policy statements, non-discriminatory practices, regulation compliance, affirmative action, etc.  In addition, you will ensure that legal postings are current including wage-and-hour, EEO, OSHA, and other internal MKS postings.
• Support talent acquisition initiatives including sourcing, arranging interviews, background checks, etc. and assist with new employee onboarding activities.  This may include new hire orientation and supporting immigration cases/visas (legal permanent resident, H-1B and TN).  When necessary, conduct and document exit interviews with terminating employees to understand turnover trends.
• Assist with benefit questions/issues and partner with Benefits Administrator on health care, workers’ compensation and various other leaves of absence to ensure accurate record keeping and compliance with applicable regulations. 
• Assist with development, implementation and administration of corporate-wide programs such as Reward & Recognition, Tuition Reimbursement, company celebrations, scholarships, charity work, and others
• Participate in Quality initiatives (Management Review Meetings), ISO and customer audits and work closely with Corporate Environmental Health & Safety to implement, and/or administer formal safety and health policies, programs, and procedures

A flexible, supportive, innovative, and communicative team member who thrives on working and cooperating with a wide range of people in a changing environment will enjoy this role.  What will you bring to the team is:

• 1-2 years of experience as an HR Generalist that supported employee relations, corrective action, talent acquisition, performance appraisal/evaluation, compensation and employee records keeping.  Experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws impacting employment and ability to interpret and apply applicable laws and regulations.
• Efficient and effective communication with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy. 
• Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of HRIS systems (Workday a plus)

MKS Instruments, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer. We solicit and hire applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category. Our policy is to employ the most qualified applicants. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with company policies and federal and state guidelines.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds.  However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR).  Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.”  “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.