QC Lab Specialist II (Operations) - 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 colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for autonomously performing laboratory tests that have been designed to evaluate the quality and consistency of finished products, intermediates and raw materials and/or the disposition and continued utility of used fluids obtained from customer processes. The position conforms to the quality program and validating the quality of incoming and outgoing goods or services.

What will you do

• Using documented methods, tests raw materials, products and finished goods to specifications. Informs interested parties of all non-conforming products and materials as appropriate.
• Exercise astute judgement of test observations and resultant test data. Accurately, clearly and timely record and report the results according to specified guidelines and/or standard operating procedures.
• Calibrates measuring equipment according to schedule. Maintain equipment, glassware and workspace in a clean, orderly and well functioning manner.
• Participate in root cause investigations and makes adjustments to out-of-specification batches.
• Conforms to all established safety, health and environmental standards. Properly dispose of laboratory waste. Make recommendations for improvement.
• Work with Regional Development and/or Analytical Lab as required for the implementation of new or improved test procedures.
• Interprets test results and recommends corrective action. Independently works with R&D to resolve formulation issues, including recommendations for changes when appropriate. Shows initiative in solving problems and makes recommendations of formula changes based on the statistical analysis.
• Troubleshoots equipment and procedures, and recommends changes to improve the quality system; Based on knowledge of equipment and testing procedures, researches and recommends new laboratory equipment.
• Develops and implements procedures and methods for new equipment; trains other lab personnel on the new methods.
• Manages complex projects with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for training less senior personnel.

What do we look for

• B.S. in Chemistry or other related technical field required.
• Minimum 7 years laboratory experience required.
• Must possess the ability to work in a fast pace environment, to work at different projects at the same time, and to think analytically.
• Good prioritization and communication skills (oral and writing).
• Experience in statistical analysis
• Experience in managing projects

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity 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. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may emailOneHR@quakerhoughton.com.