Does MKS Instruments pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, MKS Instruments employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at MKS Instruments. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at MKS Instruments?

83% of MKS Instruments employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated MKS Instruments 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at MKS Instruments?

Engineer (15) , Manager (10) , Intern (6) , Mechanical Engineer (6) , Human Resources (5) , Manufacturing Engineer (5) , Production Assembler (5) , Program Manager (5) , Technician (5) , Project Manager (4) , Senior Software Engineer (4) , Test Engineer (4) , Business Analyst (3) , Director (3) , Engineering Intern (3)

What are the pros of working at MKS Instruments according to real employee reviews?

"good people to work with" ((in 42 reviews)); "Good benefits and culture." ((in 33 reviews)); "Work life Balance is good" ((in 25 reviews)); "Pay is good (..but not great)" ((in 20 reviews)); "Coworkers were great and friendly." ((in 13 reviews))

What are the cons of working at MKS Instruments according to real employee reviews?

"Management is bad at everything" ((in 18 reviews)); "Employees are completely ignored when ask Upper Management for help" ((in 10 reviews)); "The communication is poor." ((in 8 reviews)); "Your work life will depend on your direct manager and management chain." ((in 8 reviews)); "Could use more formal training but everyone is willing to help if you take initiative" ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about MKS Instruments layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about MKS Instruments layoffs and their outlook for job security at MKS Instruments in 2026.

MKS Instruments "benefit" Reviews

4.0

Mar 5, 2025

Good Company, somewhat volatile industry

It business relationship manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good products Excellent Market position Good pay and benefits

Cons

Industries served can be volatile/cyclical Job security

MKS Instruments Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience. It's wonderful to know that you appreciate the value of our products, our market position, and the comprehensive compensation and benefits we offer. We recognize that the industries we serve can be cyclical, and we are proud of how our team can navigate thoughtfully. We are committed to sustainable and profitable growth that benefits our employees as well as all other stakeholders. Thank you for your feedback about management training. We offer several leadership development programs and are always looking to refine them. If you have specific topics or areas of focus in mind, we’d welcome your input. You can reach out to us directly via email to mks.feedback@mksinst.com. We appreciate your time at MKS and wish you all the best in your next endeavors.

3.0

Jun 20, 2025

MKS Inst. Review

Mechanical engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Management/C-suite consistently engages with employees. There is a strong focus on the future and the company provides employees learning opportunities. The starting wages are relatively competitive for my area. The projects I am working on have been rewarding and enjoyable.

Cons

Employee perks/benefits/pay shrink year-over-year. This is due to salary increases being outpaced by inflation, increases in insurance being passed on, and pto benefits being capped and not paid out. When management is given a tough question, it seems to be side-stepped with a "pc" answer.

MKS Instruments Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your experience. Developing and engaging our people is an important principle for us — not just to help individuals grow, but because it directly strengthens how we win as a team. We’re glad to hear you’ve found your projects rewarding and have seen opportunities to learn and contribute. We also appreciate your feedback around pay, benefits, and transparency. We continually assess our compensation and benefits to ensure they are aligned with current market standards. For more insight into how salary increases are evaluated, we recommend watching the July 2025 Fireside Chat with our CHRO, where she walks through our approach. You can find it on our Intranet page. If there’s more you’d like to share, feel free to connect with us at mks.feedback@mksinst.com or through our internal Digital Dialogue platform.

5.0

Sep 16, 2025

Company Culture

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Company CULture Good Support from peers Good Benefits Work Life Balance

Cons

Matrix Organization: might be required to learn different softwares, understand different process requirements by different entities and etc.

5.0

Oct 14, 2025

Company review

Engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It is good a company, have a good benefit

Cons

This is a good company, and the average length of service of its employees is very long.

MKS Instruments Response

6mo

Thank you for your wonderful review and for your years of service in Taoyuan. We appreciate your contributions and wish you all the best in your future endeavors. If you'd like to share more, you can always reach us directly at mks.feedback@mksinst.com.

1.0

Jun 18, 2025

Unfriendly

Npi buyer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay and good benefits

Cons

No teamwork and no training

MKS Instruments Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your perspective and for your time at MKS in Rochester. We’re glad to hear that our compensation and benefits stood out to you. Teamwork and support are central to how we win as a team. While experiences can vary, we continue to invest in leadership development and onboarding to strengthen collaboration across all functions. If you’d like to share more about your experience, we welcome your feedback at mks.feedback@mksinst.com. Your insights help us grow.

5.0

Jul 7, 2026

Great Experience Working in Operations with Excellent Benefits

Production planner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good experience with my boss and management, lots of freedom in managing daily tasks and responsibilities, and various opportunities for skill growth and problem solving. Helpful HR team, excellent benefits, and excellent coworkers.

Cons

IT Service Desk did not provide access to me for critical programs for several weeks. Since MKS is a matrix organization, certain functions and responsibilities spill into different departments. Other departments may have other issues.

3.0

Mar 23, 2026

Dependent on your management chain

Project manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Salary is good, benefits are decent. The technology is fun.

Cons

Your work life will depend on your direct manager and management chain.

2.0

Sep 22, 2025

lots of micro management

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Decent pay and good benefits. some teams seemed to have very good work life balance.

Cons

Prepare to be heavily micro-managed. Some managers are breathing down your neck constantly. Completely stuck in the past managing people like its 1995. You are expected to just run around asking senior engineers questions to learn anything.

MKS Instruments Response

6mo

Thank you for your feedback and for your contributions over three years in Rochester. We’re glad you found value in the compensation, benefits, and work-life balance within some teams. At MKS, we believe in ownership — at every level. That means empowering individuals, fostering trust, and holding ourselves accountable for how we lead and support others. We continue to invest in leadership development to ensure our management practices reflect the kind of environment where people can thrive and grow. If you’d like to share additional insights, we welcome your input at mks.feedback@mksinst.com. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

4.0

Aug 17, 2025

Cutting edge tech

Engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits with job security,

Cons

Fast pace, aggressive shipping schedules

MKS Instruments Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your perspective as a long-tenured engineer at MKS. Reaching more than 10 years with the company is a tremendous milestone, and we’re grateful that you’ve been bringing your best game for such a long time. It’s encouraging to hear that you value the benefits we provide and the sense of job security in your role. We understand that the fast pace and demanding schedules can sometimes be challenging. These reflect the dynamic nature of our industry, and we remain mindful of supporting our teams in managing this effectively. We truly appreciate the dedication you’ve shown over the years and the contributions you make to our success. If you’d like to share more, you can connect with us directly through our internal Digital Dialogue program or by emailing mks.feedback@mksinst.com.

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