FLUIDCARE Technician I - 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.

Position Summary

As a technician in this position will be responsible for performing first level on-site technical and administrative duties within the manufacturing environment. Follows standard procedures and has readily available supervision or management.

What will you do

• Assist in the collection, analysis, testing and recording of machine samples, as directed.
• Perform bio-stick dip tests of all machine sumps and central systems.
• Assist in the maintenance of coolant filters, washers, paint systems, air handling systems, etc. for sump changes and cleaning, as required to keep fluids within proper limits under the direction of Site Manager.
• Perform Millipore cleanliness testing and borescope inspections on production parts
• Participate in addition of chemicals; including coolants, greases, oils, lubricants, cleaners and biocides as directed by site staff.
• Enter data for daily results into site software program.
• Assist in properly maintaining tools and utility equipment such as pumps, sump suckers, coolant dispensers, etc., in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist in routine maintenance on all above equipment and fluid systems including product additions, filter changes, sump cleaning, etc., as directed.
• Assist in disposal of contaminated articles (i.e. pails, gloves, samples, etc.) in accordance with prescribed measures, including waste management and recycling initiatives.
• Assist in maintaining and calibrating 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. chipping, mopping, sweeping, emptying trash, etc.).
• Supports site staff general organization initiatives (inventory, storage rooms, labeling, etc.)
• Comply with all Company Policies: to include but not limited to Code of Conduct and expense reporting, etc.
• Ownership of individual development plan (IDP) as agreed upon with direct line manager.

What do we look for

• Daily work onsite at customer sites/laboratories
• Maintain the highest EH&S standards of all sites visited
• High school diploma or GED required. May be required to obtain certifications/licenses.
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years related industry experience required.
• Customer Focus – Dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements.
• Results Driven – Holds self and others accountable for achieving performance objectives.
• Ability to work independently and/or with minimal supervision.
• Communications skills – Written, verbal and active listening.
• Proficient in English – Written and spoken
• Must have basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

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.