Finishing Operator 3/Quality Control

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

6 weeks fully paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Finishing Operator 3/Quality Control to support quality assurance and efficient product movement across the facility. You will partner with Quality Control and Operations Leadership and report to the Final Manufacturing Supervisor.

The role focuses on operating manufacturing machinery, inspecting production, and ensuring products meet quality standards. It requires attention to detail, basic data analysis, and a collaborative, safe work approach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ years of related manufacturing or quality control experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing machinery and inspect production for defects.
• Interpret product quality and measure against the Quality Verification Manual.
• Manage the flow of inspection machines and verify that the product passes Final Audit.
• Control material flow on the production floor.

Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Data Analysis

Quality measuring tool

Blueprint interpretation proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS: As a Finishing Operator 3/Quality Control at MKS, Inc. you will partner with Quality Control and Operations Leadership to assist with product quality control and efficient product movement throughout the facility. In this role, you will report to the Final Manufacturing Supervisor.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Running manufacturing machinery, inspection of production and the repair of product defects.
• Interpret the quality aspects of the product and measure the quality of the product to the standards as stated in the product Quality Verification Manual.
• Manage the flow of the inspection machines; interpret machine and product parameters and verify that the product meets the standards to pass Final Audit.
• Product flow control including moving material from one resource to the next, maintaining a steady flow throughout the production floor.

Skills You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred
• 1+ years of related manufacturing or quality control experience
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Data Analysis
• Quality measuring tool
• Blueprint interpretation proficiency

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
• Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 50 lbs
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 85% of the time
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
• Must be able to exchange accurate information
• Operates in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards, including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat
• Noise level in the work environment is usually higher than average

Compensation and Benefits:

Hourly Pay Range: $18.89 - 31.49 USD Hourly. 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, 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.].

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.

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. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path.

Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world.

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