FLUIDCARE Technician II

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.

Job Accountabilities:

• Participate in addition of chemicals; including coolants, greases, oils, lubricants, cleaners and biocides as directed by site staff. Perform and interpret bio-stick dip tests of all machine sumps and central systems, with limited guidance.
• Inspect, monitor and maintain coolant filters, washers, paint systems, etc. for sump changes and cleaning, as required to keep fluids within proper limits under limited direction of Site Manager or Program Manager.
• Make addition of chemicals; including coolants, cleaners and biocides to fluid systems.
• Report and interpret all results and usage on a daily basis, via report generation; initiates corrective action.
• Inspect and perform routine maintenance on all above fluid systems including product additions, etc. with limited guidance from site staff.
• 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. chipping, mopping, sweeping, emptying trash, etc.).
• Support site staff general organization initiatives (inventory, storage rooms, labeling, etc.) Expected to work independently.
• May work in manufacturing environment with union associates.
• Interact with customer’s production and technical personnel and other suppliers
• May be required to operate hand tools, shop tools and equipment. May be required to operate industrial equipment, such as: fork trucks, tuggers, etc.
• 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 environment; may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. May occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock and trip and slip hazards. The noise level in the manufacturing environment is loud.

Ensure a safety mindset throughout designated area of responsibility

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

Education, Experience, Skills & Competencies:

Education

High school diploma or GED required. May be required to obtain certifications/licenses.

Experience

Two to three years experience in a manufacturing environment required.

Skills and Competencies

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, conversi