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 Senior Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist who will ensure EHS compliance while creating and upholding our safety culture. As part of a growing team, you will Integrate EHS programs into daily operations to assure regulatory compliance, achieve continuous performance improvement and meet EHS performance objectives. In this hands-on role, the Senior EHS Specialist will own programs such as, the site Injury Illness & Prevention Program, Hazardous Communication Plan, and Ergonomics Program.

• Assist in development, coordination, and the implementation of the Corporate policies regarding EHS
• Support and develop the CSR- EHS & Sustainability programs (Corporate Social Responsibility)
• Provides technical support and information in the development of key metrics and objectives for EHS
• Interact with the various local, state and federal agencies such as OSHA, DEP, EPA, Insurance carriers, Local Fire/Police, and many others for permitting and inspection requirements
• Chair the Safety Committee each month and coordinate with members to complete action items
• Train employees on company policies and regulations pertaining to employee safety in conjunction with Human Resources such as Blood Borne Pathogens, HazCom, Chemical Hygiene, LOTO, etc.
• Leads incident investigations and root cause corrective action plans and corrective action implementation
• Performs proactive safety inspections, monitors hazardous waste removal vendors, and assists in consolidating hazardous wastes.
• Review plans for operational projects, equipment installation, etc. Determine compliance with safety, security and environmental requirements
• Works directly with first line supervision and management to implement the EHS Program in an effective manner
• Tracks and manages site EHS budget

What you will bring to the team, along with your curiosity is:

• B.S. degree or higher in Environmental field or related discipline or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• 3-5 years of experience in EHS field
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health and safety functions within a manufacturing environment and the federal and state regulations
• Environmental or OSHA related training such as HAZWOPER, GHS, etc. is desired
• Certification for Wastewater Management/Operator desired
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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, for positions requiring access to export-controlled goods and technical data that are subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), MKS Instruments. Inc. may have to obtain an export license from the U.S. Government. As such, applicants for these positions, except “U.S. persons” (generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals (holder of a US Passport), lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees), may be subject to an export license review process. Employment is contingent upon issuance of the license.