Manager First Development Batch (f/m/d)

Atotech, a brand within the Materials Solutions Division of MKS Inc., develops leading process and manufacturing technologies for advanced surface modification, electroless and electrolytic plating, and surface finishing. Applying a comprehensive systems-and-solutions approach, Atotech's portfolio includes chemistry, equipment, software, and services for innovative and high-technology applications. These solutions are used in a wide variety of end-markets, including datacenter, consumer electronics and communications infrastructure, as well as in numerous industrial and consumer applications such as automotive, heavy machinery, and household appliances.

With its well-established innovative strength and industry-leading global TechCenter network, MKS Inc. delivers pioneering solutions through its Atotech brand – combined with unparalleled on-site support for customers worldwide. For more information about Atotech, please visit us at atotech.com.

MKS Inc. in Berlin is looking for a

Manager First Development Batch (w/m/d)

Reference number: R18260

You will act as the primary interface and gatekeeper between Research & Development and Production, ensuring the successful transfer of chemical products prior to market launch.

In this role, you will lead a team of technical experts located in Germany and India. Your team members are testing our product recipes to determine whether the products can be manufactured in line with our safety and quality standards. These assessments include detailed desk reviews as well as laboratory testing conducted at our facilities in India. The outcomes of these evaluations are translated into standardized manufacturing instructions that are deployed across all global production sites.

A high level of diligence, accuracy, and strict adherence to internal processes and procedures is essential to ensure operational excellence and product integrity. As our digital factory footprint continues to expand, you will also contribute strategic ideas and initiatives on how data and digitalization can be leveraged to drive process optimization and achieve the “golden batch.” This position reports directly to the Director of Materials and Product Management within the Global Operations team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and defining the strategy for the First Development Batch
• Leading the team of First Development Batch Specialists located in Germany and India
• Defining and driving the path toward the Golden Batch
• Maintaining and continuously improving existing processes for quality and safety assessment of products using Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry
• Supporting all chemical production sites in production batch optimization and troubleshooting activities

• Relevant experience as a chemical or process engineer in chemical production activities for a multinational company
• Master's degree in chemical engineering, process engineering or comparable
• Good technical understanding of chemical production processes as well as chemical analytical processes
• Experience in leading a chemical laboratory
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• High conscientiousness and care
• Affinity and understanding for digital and operational processes
• Very good written and spoken English, German is a strong plus
• Strong analytical skills, goal orientation, structured approach and ability to reduce complexity
• Willingness to travel on business at home and abroad

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 Inc. is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.