Import/Export Administrator

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking an Import/Export Administrator in Rock Hill, SC to coordinate global activities and ensure regulatory compliance across shipments.

You will partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, and Customer Service to manage documentation, recordkeeping, and tariff classifications while supporting timely delivery and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6-8 years of related experience.
• Familiarity with customs procedures, Incoterms, and international shipping documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP highly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review import/export documentation including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and customs declarations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international regulations including customs laws and trade agreements.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers to arrange transportation and track shipments.
• Maintain accurate records of all import/export transactions for audit and reporting purposes.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely delivery and stock availability.
• Classify goods using appropriate tariff codes and calculate duties and tariffs.
• Resolve issues related to shipping delays, customs hold, or documentation discrepancies.

Skills

Import/Export knowledge

SAP

Microsoft Office

Coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Import/Export software

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS

As an Import/Export Administrator at MKS | Atotech, you will partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, Customer Service, and Internal Operations teams to coordinate and execute global import and export activities while ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements. In this role, you will report to the Supply Chain Supervisor.

You Will Make an Impact By

• Prepare and review import/export documentation including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and customs declarations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international regulations including customs laws and trade agreements.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers to arrange transportation and track shipments.
• Maintain accurate records of all import/export transactions for audit and reporting purposes.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely delivery and stock availability.
• Classify goods using appropriate tariff codes and calculate duties and tariffs.
• Resolve issues related to shipping delays, customs hold, or documentation discrepancies.

Skills You Bring

• Completion of high school, vocational training or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of related experience.
• Familiarity with customs procedures, Incoterms, and international shipping documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and import/export software systems, SAP highly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Office-based role with some work in warehouse or shipping dock visits.
• Fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines and cross-departmental coordination.

Bonus

This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits

• 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. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail] . If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role 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.

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. MKS Inc, Product Overview