Does MKS Instruments pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, MKS Instruments employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at MKS Instruments. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at MKS Instruments?

81% 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, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.6 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?

"The people I work with are great." ((in 40 reviews)); "Work life Balance is good" ((in 25 reviews)); "Pay is good (..but not great)" ((in 24 reviews)); "Good benefits and culture." ((in 24 reviews)); "Coworkers were great and friendly." ((in 11 reviews))

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

"Management is bad at everything" ((in 17 reviews)); "Employees are completely ignored when ask Upper Management for help" ((in 9 reviews)); "Your work life will depend on your direct manager and management chain." ((in 8 reviews)); "Absurdly poor communication and leadership" ((in 6 reviews)); "No Opportunity for growth" ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about MKS Instruments redundancies in 2026?

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

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MKS Instruments Reviews

3.9

81% would recommend to a friend

(396 total reviews)

John T.C. Lee

88% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.1

Diversity and inclusion

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.8

Culture and values

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Senior management

MKS Instruments has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 396 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The MKS Instruments employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

396 reviews

3.0

27 Oct 2025

Too bochup

Laser technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Laid back with warning after warning

Cons

No matter how much I complain,goes one ear out the other

MKS Instruments Response

5mo

Thank you for taking time to provide us with your feedback. If you'd like to share more background or suggestions, please reach us through our internal Digital Dialogue program or at mks.feedback@mksinst.com.

3.0

25 Sept 2025

A Steady Haven for Long-Term Careers, Yet Not a Springboard for Prosperity

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

company is a reliable sanctuary, offering a secure environment where employees can confidently plan for a long-term career, ideal for those prioritizing job security through retirement.

Cons

Company focus on stability means it rarely provides the opportunities needed to elevate one’s standard of living, leaving ambitious employees yearning for more dynamic growth. The financial incentives are akin to staying in the shade—comfortable but insufficient for those seeking to climb to new heights of prosperity.

MKS Instruments Response

5mo

Thank you for sharing your thoughtful review and for your continued contributions over the past five years in Singapore. We’re glad to hear that you value the stability and long-term career opportunities at MKS. Developing and engaging our people is core to how we win as a team. We also appreciate your candid feedback regarding financial growth and ambition. We continually evaluate our comprehensive benefits package to ensure we are appropriately aligned to the current market. We recognize that career development and compensation are key factors in employee satisfaction, and we remain committed to supporting both through ongoing investment in professional growth and internal mobility. If you have specific suggestions or ideas you’d like to share, we welcome your input through our internal Digital Dialogue program or directly at mks.feedback@mksinst.com.

5.0

16 Sept 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.

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