FLUIDCARE Technician II - Quaker Houghton

About Us

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Position Summary:

Perform experienced level of on-site technical and administrative duties within the manufacturing environment of Quaker Houghton’s customers. Generally works under limited supervision and with independent judgment and discretion.

What will you do

• Inspect, monitor and maintain coolant filters, washers, etc. for sump changes and cleaning, as required to keep fluids within proper limits under limited direction of Site Manager
• Make addition of chemicals; including coolants, greases, oils, lubricants, cleaners and biocides to fluid systems.
• Report and interpret all results and usage on a daily basis, via report generation; initiates corrective action.
• Perform and interpret bio-stick dip tests of all machine sumps and central systems, with limited guidance.
• Properly maintains tools and utility equipment such as pumps, sump suckers, coolant dispensers, etc. in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist in disposal of contaminated articles (i.e. pails, gloves, samples, etc.) in accordance with prescribed measures, including waste management and recycling initiatives.
• Maintain and calibrate all laboratory equipment; such as scales, pH meters, glassware, incubators, etc. in accordance with site control plan.
• Has responsibility for general cleaning of oil storage rooms, laboratory, equipment and areas of the production floor (i.e. mopping, sweeping, emptying trash, etc.).
• Support site staff general organization initiatives (inventory, storage rooms, labeling, etc.)
• Expected to work independently.
• Work in manufacturing environment with union associates.
• Interact with customer’s production and technical personnel and other suppliers
• Carries out other duties as directed. Provide other specifically agreed Fluidcare services as and when required by the Site Manager and/or Lead Technician
• May require working flexible hours.
• Must be able to safely work in a variety of potentially hazardous situations while adhering to Quaker Houghton’s Life Saving Rules.

Work Environment:

Work in a manufacturing, lab, and office environment. Exposure to chemicals following instruction and safety guidelines. Exposure to moving industrial equipment and trip and slip hazards.

Ensure a safety mindset throughout designated area of responsibility

Maintain the highest EHS standards while at customer’s site.

What do we look for

• High school diploma or GED required. May be required to obtain certifications/licenses
• Two to three years experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate intermediate reading skills. Ability to effectively present information.
• Demonstrate basic mathematical skills. Precise and accurate in dealing with figures and details. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, fractions, conversions and proportions.
• Must possess ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Must have basic working knowledge of: Internet software, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, project tracking.
• The employee will be required to perform these functions:
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds
• May be required to stand for long periods and walk great distances daily
• Routinely required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• May be required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear

What's in it for you

• Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory
• Paid time off for volunteerism
• Opportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and Savings Plan
• Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry

Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities.