Optics Cleaner

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Clean Room Technician at MKS Instruments, Inc. you will partner with the Filters Operations team to clean glass substrates for subsequent processing. In this role, you will report to the Production Manager of the Filters department.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Receiving optical parts from fabrication, coating, or quality assurance and then cleaning parts and substrates for coating and fabrication processes
• Reviewing drawings and instructions to verify physical dimensions, cleaning methods, and appropriate tooling
• Cleaning parts using all processes according to instructions
• Completing proper records and cleaning logs
• Maintains an inventory of chemicals and cleaning supplies

Skills You Bring:

• 0 to 1 year of related experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organization and housekeeping
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to understand and follow required work instructions and procedures
• Must be able to read and write English

Preferred Skills:

• Glass cleaning experience
• Cosmetic inspection experience
• Desire to grow with the company

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift and handle optical components and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
• Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 50 pounds
• Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time
• Operates in a laboratory/manufacturing environment
• Constantly interacts with specialized equipment and machinery
• Attention to safety protocols is paramount to mitigate risks associated with optical coatings
• Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate
• Occasional exposure to chemicals and fumes may occur; adherence to safety guidelines is mandatory

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $14.72 - 24.53 USD per hour. 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. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

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, 11 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.].

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: [email protected].

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