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Quaker Houghton

Chemical Operator and Facilities Maintenance Technician at Quaker Houghton

Quaker Houghton Independence, MO

Job Description

About UsAt 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 worlds 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.SIFCO Applied Surface Concepts (ASC) has been providing selective electroplating and anodizing services chemical solutions and equipment for over 50 years. Recognized as the global leader we help our customers meet their selective plating requirements.This is a hybrid role with responsibilities of chemical operator and facilities maintenance.1st shift (Monday-Friday)Job Summary:Measure raw materials/chemicals by volume and/or weight using devices such as scales graduated cylinders and volumetric flasks.Load raw materials/chemicals and deionized water into mixing vessels.Affix and adjust mixers and heating elements to mixing vessels to assure proper manufacturing parameters are met.Operate fill stations to bottle per work order requirements.Label and package bottles and other containers into appropriate cartons.Document production process following established procedures and work instructions to assure consistent finished solutions.Operate forklift and pallet jack in moving loading and unloading supplies and equipment within facility. Routine maintenance & troubleshooting of equipment.Preventative/predictive maintenance of facility equipment.Assist plant production operations when a need arises.Maintain the building exterior interior and grounds.Assist with the coordination of outside maintenance services and contractors and oversee any contractors working on site.Order and stock parts and tools for repairs and maintenance activities.Maintain a clean safe and usable maintenance work area always.Responsible for adhering to all safety policies procedures and training.What do we look forHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience required.Ability to pass a Respirator Fit Test and Pulmonary Function Test to utilize a Respirator while workingBasic Mechanical aptitude/skillsBasic Industrial PlumbingBasic Industrial ElectricalBasic Industrial HVACBasic Mathematical conceptsBasic computer skills: email and MS OfficeAttention to detail and excellent organizational skillsMaintains a clean work environmentTake pride in your own workCuriosity & eagerness to learnReliable and PunctualPreferred Experience3 - 5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment and facility mechanical maintenance position1 - 2 years of experience working in a chemical mixing environment1 - 2 years of experience working safely in or around hazardous materialWork Enviorment and Physical RequirementsRegularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather).The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell.In accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements the expected salary for this position is $26-30 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience geographic location and other job-related factors as permitted by law.This position also qualifies for full benefits. Quaker Houghton offers a robust suite of benefits for our employees including a 401(k) plan (with matching) paid time off health and life insurance including dental and vision coverage flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses employee assistance programs and short-term and long-term disability.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 veterans 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.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Corrosion Inspection,Accounts Assistant Credit Control,Corporate Risk Management,Downstream,Informatica,Entry Level Employment Type : Hourly Department / Functional Area: Operations Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 26 - 30

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