Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candour, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

Working as part of the wider EHS team the EHS Specialist is responsible for supporting the development, implementation and management of the company's Environmental Health and Safety programs for Romania (Ilfov County, Commune Glina, Village Catelu) two divisions (PSD & VSD) in conjunction with the EHS Manager. The EHS Specalist She/He will be Situated in Romania 100%.

This position will coordinate with the external Environmental Service Provider and support the EHS Manager for all safety efforts applicable to Romania entitled “Health and Safety at Work” and other local regulations related to environmental, health, safety. This role will also support, in part ESG/CSR related corporate initiates as required.

This position will be a direct report to the EHS Manager who is situated in Romania IIFOV and where required also into the Director EHS located in Italy.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Collaboration with the EHS team for corporate programs and policies consistency, and sharing of EHS resources and processes between all sites (EMEA, APAC & Americas)
• Partner and provide EHS leadership, direction & support for the site EHS role accountable for legal compliance (including induction, monthly EHS trainings)
• Partner and provide supervision to assimilate EHS responsibilities (RASIC 80% 20%), accountability and audits into daily work processes & procedures
• Provides advice and guidance to operational and functional staff organisations regarding current and anticipated EHS initiatives and issues such as: MEHS, RTO, value capture, budgets, LOTO, MASTER
• Support ESG/CSR tasks within Romania
• Provide technical support and information of key metrics and objectives for EHS in line with the Romania EHS Manager
• Leads first line supervision and management to implement the EHS Program including leading incident investigations and root cause analysis (8D and LL) corrective action plans and corrective action implementation and adding to MASTER
• Provides EHS direction & influence for site supervision and management to assimilate their EHS responsibilities into daily work processes & procedures (Golden rules and RASIC)
• Performs monthly internal audits and bi-weekly Gemba walks with the management team in order to evaluate the effectiveness of local programs and provides audit action plan follow-up/assistance
• Assist in the development and administration of programs (this will include but not limited to the ongoing development of the EH&S management system and working to a recognised frameworks ISO’s; 45001/14001/50001)
• Implement training programs as required by EHS programs and monitor training program performance to ensure that all required statutory training is performed from the LMS (Learning Management System)
• Assists in reviews of major plans and specifications for new operations (contractor activities, equipment transfer,installation, commissioning etc.), chemical uses (e.g. Velocity SDS) to ensure that appropriate EHS requirements are considered
• Work with local managers and supervisors to implement all activities with respect to internal and external safety audits and or Insurance audit lead by FMG (FM Global)
• Ensure that all departments utilise correct procedures for hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal (in conjunction with Norm Environmental consultancy)
• Prepares the documentation need for the authorization/ reviews in the field of Environment, health and Safety
• Ensures the obtaining and keeping the records (paper & electronic format) for EHS approval/permits etc.
• Keeps track of waste evidence according to legal & corporate requirements, and submits the reports required by Authorities according to the legal requirements (Environment fund, Waste evidence etc.)
• System administrator for the EHS software system MASTER, this would also include first-, and second-line training as required.

Skills You Bring:

• Excellent time management and the ability to carefully weigh Risk/Harm when prioritising tasks
• The adaptability to work within established teams and at times independently
• Strong presentation, organisational, analytical & problem-solving skills
• A practical understanding of the application of regulation and legislation within advanced manufacturing and production of optical components and subassemblies, vacuum coated optical components. Design and production of optical coatings for infrared and visible optical systems.
• A track record of systems and project management using lean approaches including PDCA and 6S (lean Manufacturing) as required
• Transparency in communication and the experience to engage and inform varying groups at different levels correctl
• Strong written and verbal understanding of English a must
• Minimum local legal requirements for EHS (education & specific trainings)
• Minimum NEBOSH International certificate or BS Degree equivalent in Health & Safety (IOSH Certificate Desired), Environmental Management Certificate (AIEMA or NEBOSH Preferred) or within a relative field of qualification with 2 - 4 years of related experience in the areas of Environmental, Health and Safety
• In-depth Knowledge of Romania OSHA and understanding of the wider EMEA OSHA/HSE Regulations which also include: 
• RTO (Permits)
• Local Regulations
• Environmental Regulations (permits consent to discharge to atmosphere and sewer)
• The management of hazardous and universal wastes
• Control of storm water as required
• The development and implementation of compliance programs such as: ISO: 45001 and or ISO: 14001 including worker training (NEBOSH International Certificate desired)
• Familiarity with compressed gas handling equipment, lasers and chemicals
• A working knowledge of vacuum coated optical components and laser safety as best practice controls (LSO would be an advantage).

Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candour, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.