Manager, Product Compliance

MKS Instruments

. Own execution and results of Product Compliance audits and certification-surveillance programs across assigned MKS manufacturing locations .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSouth KoreaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Product Compliance Audits, Certification Standards, and Quality Engineering, with a strong ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive compliance deliverables. Proficient in navigating global product compliance frameworks and ensuring audit readiness across manufacturing environments.

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Product Compliance AuditsQuality EngineeringEMC/EMI Compliance StandardsISO 9001 KnowledgeProgram Management

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Hard Skills

Product ComplianceCertificationQuality SystemsManufacturing ControlsTechnical ReviewsAudit ManagementRegulatory EngineeringDocument ControlCalibrationReceiving Inspection

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersCross-Functional CollaborationDriving DeliverablesProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Third-Party LaboratoriesNRTL CertificationsCompliance FrameworksManufacturing EnvironmentsLaboratory Environments

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. or M.S. in EEM.S. in MEQuality Engineering Certification

Industry Keywords

IEC StandardsUL StandardsCE MarkingLVDFCCUKCARoHSREACHChina RoHSEMC Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own execution and results of Product Compliance audits and certification-surveillance programs across assigned MKS manufacturing locations
Coordinate with corporate compliance, quality, manufacturing, operations, engineering, supply chain, supplier quality, and external laboratories/certification bodies
Establish action owners, due dates, escalation paths, and measurable deliverables
Report to the Director of Product Compliance
Own Product Compliance audits for assigned manufacturing sites and all certification activities
Ensure third-party audit readiness and execution, timely closure of findings, and controls maintaining certified products' compliance
Establish audit deliverables and hold cross-functional teams and suppliers accountable to committed dates
Escalate missed commitments and ensure gaps are mitigated before audits
Own compliance-critical manufacturing controls including receiving inspection, calibration, production test records, document control, engineering/manufacturing change control, and product transfers related to the CCL
Evaluate changes for certification impact and complete agency notifications and technical reviews before implementation
Manage relationships with MKS compliance, third-party laboratories, NRTLs/certification bodies, inspectors, and technical reviewers
Plan and manage assigned third-party audit, certification, and related services

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. or M.S. in EE, ME, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline
7+ years of relevant experience in product compliance, certification, quality, manufacturing, or regulatory engineering
Ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams and drive deliverables to closure
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of product safety and EMC/EMI compliance requirements and standards including IEC/UL/EN 61010-1, IEC/EN 61326-1, IEC/EN 60825-1, applicable IEC 61000 series standards, and SEMI S2
Working knowledge of global product compliance frameworks and regulations including CE marking, LVD, EMC, FCC, NRTL certifications, UKCA, KC, RoHS, REACH, and China RoHS
Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality-system controls relevant to certification audits
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and internal auditing principles
Strong program-management discipline
Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 30%
Ability to work in manufacturing, laboratory, and supplier environments and comply with site safety and PPE requirements
Certain positions may require eligibility for access to controlled goods and technologies subject to export controls
Background checks and drug screens conducted in accordance with applicable law and company policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

International and domestic travel opportunities (~30%) as required for audits
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Affirmative action and equal opportunity employment
Diverse and inclusive recruitment and hiring practices