Chemical Operator and Facilities Maintenance Technician

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.

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 for?

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience required.
• Ability to pass a Respirator Fit Test and Pulmonary Function Test to utilize a Respirator while working
• Basic Mechanical aptitude/skills
• Basic Industrial Plumbing
• Basic Industrial Electrical
• Basic Industrial HVAC
• Basic Mathematical concepts
• Basic computer skills: email and MS Office
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Maintains a clean work environment
• Take pride in your own work
• Curiosity & eagerness to learn
• Reliable and Punctual

Preferred Experience

• 3 - 5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment and facility mechanical maintenance position
• 1 - 2 years of experience working in a chemical mixing environment
• 1 - 2 years of experience working safely in or around hazardous material

Work Enviorment and Physical Requirements

• Regularly 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, 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.