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EHS Specialist

MKS Instruments
parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Franklin
Mar 06, 2026
A Day in Your Life at MKS: We are seeking a handson Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support our six Massachusetts locations. In this role, you will partner closely with Facilities, site leadership, and crossfunctional teams to implement and continuously improve our EHS programs. You'll serve as a key resource for regulatory compliance, employee training, incident prevention, and safety oversight-playing a critical part in ensuring our workplaces remain safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a multisite environment and is motivated by meaningful work that directly impacts employee wellbeing and organizational success. You Will Make an Impact By: Work directly with Facilities and with first line supervision and management to implement the EHS Programs in an effective manner (focus on 6 MA locations) Interact, meet and tour as necessary with the various local, state and federal agencies such as MWRA, OSHA, DEP, EPA, Insurance carriers, Local Fire/Police, and many others for permitting, inspection requirements and recommendations for each site Perform proactive site safety inspections, monitors hazardous waste removal vendors, and assist in hazardous wastes protocols Chair and lead the quarterly Safety Committee Meetings, site safety inspections per quarter (2), and coordinate with Facilities, lab/site stakeholders and first line supervision to complete corrective action items. Lead incident investigations and root cause corrective action plans and corrective action implementations. Manage the Safety Data Sheet program electronically on MSDS Online and 3E software 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. and as applicable, lead the EHS section of new hire orientation Schedule, oversee and management of the electronic documentation for the EHS programs such as CPR/AED, forklift training, the hearing conservation & safety shoe vans, industrial hygiene and Ergonomic programs Review plans for operational projects, equipment installation, etc. Determine compliance with safety, security and environmental requirements, responsible for monthly first aid kit inspections, PPE cabinets, fume hoods, eye wash stations, and walks with Facilities as part of the safety review for the gas detection system Skills You Bring: B.S. degree or higher preferred (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree),in Environmental field or related discipline, and 2+ years of experience in EHS field Demonstrated 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., and /or certification for Wastewater Management/Operator is desired Ability to lift 35 - 50 lbs Valid driver's license required Ability to go up and down ladders Compensation and Benefits: Salary Pay Range: $71,000 - 118,00 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable]. Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc. This role is onsite at our facility in Wilmington, MA. Candidates will live within a commutable driving distance. We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time. MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. #LI-MH1 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. MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at:accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com . If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role