Product Safety Specialist, R&D

MKS Instruments; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments is seeking a Product Safety Specialist to ensure safe handling and global compliance of chemical products used in advanced surface finishing technologies. You will develop classifications, documentation, and compliance processes, while collaborating with R&D, QA, and cross-functional teams to uphold safety and regulatory excellence.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s in chemistry-related fields, 3+ years of experience in product safety or regulatory affairs, and strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in Product Safety, Regulatory Affairs or Product Stewardship.
• Strong knowledge of GHS and national implementations and Dangerous Goods Regulations.
• Proficient English (written and spoken).
• Ability to work accurately and in a structured manner.
• Strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent communication, positive attitude, keen observation, and teamwork.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Adaptable to change.

Responsibilities

• Author SDS and labels for multiple countries per GHS and local regulations.
• Resolve SDS/label issues from internal and external customers.
• Prepare compliance documents and custom clearance paperwork.
• Lead and support global projects with cross-functional teams.
• Advise R&D on listings, LVEs, and trade secrets for materials and products.
• Implement classification/safety/labeling and packaging requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and records.
• Follow HSE and company guidelines.
• Develop safety content for internal/external communication.
• Support ISO audits and regional project deployment.
• Participate in knowledge sharing initiatives.

Skills

GHS knowledge

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office

Team player

Adaptable

Discretion

Confidentiality

Education

Master’s in Chemistry/Applied/Organic/Inorganic

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As aProduct Safety Specialistat MKS MSDyou will play a critical role in ensuring the safe use, handling, and global compliance of chemical products used in advanced surface finishing technologies. This position supports the development, classification, and documentation of chemical productsin accordance withinternational regulations, contributing to the company’s commitment to safety, sustainability, and regulatory excellence.You will be working closely with colleagues from your own team, teammanager,and other cross-functional departments.Openand clear communication with the associate manager and manager is expected. You are expected tocome up withyour own ideas and approaches toexecute the tasks and duties successfully. When required, you will also act as a support to customer through consultation, trouble shooting, process optimization,maintainingthe confidentiality and compliance of the department and the company.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Authoring SDS(Safety Data Sheets) & labels for various countries acc. to GHS (Global Harmonized system& local regulations).
• Solving Issues related to SDS & labels from internal & external customers.
• Authoring Compliance documents & Custom clearance documents.
• Handling & supervising WW projects in cooperation with WW colleagues.
• Provide council to R&D colleagues with respect to listing, LVEs（Low Volume exemption）& Trade secrets for raw materials and products.
• Process and implement legal requirements with respect to Classification/Safety/Labelling and Packaging of raw materials and products.
• Maintain and provide all required documentation.
• Follow HSE & company guidelines.
• Product Safety content development for internal/external communication.
• Implementation of Global projects at regional level.
• Participating in relevant knowledge sharing platforms.
• Supporting in ISO audits.

Skills You Bring:

• Master’s in Chemistry/ Applied Chemistry/ Organic Chemistry/ Inorganic Chemistry or a related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience in Product Safety, Regulatory Affairs or Product Stewardship
• Very good knowledge of GHS and its national implementations, Dangerous Goods Regulations (IATA-DGR, IMDG Code, ADR)
• Very good in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work in a highly accurate and structured manner.
• Strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality, discretion, and dedication.
• Excellent communication, positive attitude, keen observation skills, and team skills.
• Very good knowledge with respect to Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Adaptive to change

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Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

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.

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: [e-mail].