Facility Maintenance Technician II

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.

2nd Shift (2p-10:30p) and PAY RATE ($25.44); Training on 1st shift 4-6 weeks

Position Summary: Performs a variety of maintenance activities related to the facility and equipment to ensure the integrity of daily office and lab operations.

• Assists with plumbing, electrical, instrumentation, and preventive maintenance on Office and lab building equipment, HVAC units, boilers, thermal oil heaters, air compressors, cooling towers,
• Monitor and maintain boilers and prepare them for inspections. Complete and document daily boiler and cooling water testing.
• Monitor Storage Tanks and hot rooms temperatures.
• Basic knowledge of water treatment, pH balancing, and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Operates forklifts and vertical lifts
• Make recommendations on improvements of equipment and processes and oversee accomplishing those improvements
• Operate within the work order system to ensure maintenance and repair work is completed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Preventative/predictive maintenance of facility equipment applying statistical methods as appropriate.
• Assists with the coordination of outside maintenance services and contractors and helps oversee any contractors working at the site to ensure their compliance with the plant safety policies.
• May be required to assist in the ordering of stock parts and tools and maintain a clean, safe, and useable maintenance work area at all times.
• Responsible for adherence to safety policies and procedures qualifications.
• Maintain building exterior, interior and grounds.
• May oversee the work and training of a Maintenance Technician I.
• Job duties and equipment will vary.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• The associate will be working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• The noise level in the environment is sometimes loud.
• The associate may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Education, Experience, Skills & Competencies:

Required Minimum Number of Years of Relevant Experience

• 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience

Key Education or Certification Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret work orders, blueprints, SOPs, work instructions, etc.
• General computer skills, including e-mail and Microsoft Office
• Excellent organizational skills

Training certifications (or completed apprenticeships) in the areas listed below are highly preferred:

• General industrial plumbing
• General industrial electric
• Pneumatic controls
• HVAC
• High-Pressure Boiler Operator
• Welding
• Carpentry
• Waste Water Operator

What's in it for you?

• Quarterly Plant Gainshare
• 2nd premium shift differentials
• Generous annual paid time off.
• 401 (k) employer match. Health care, dental and vision benefits.
• Employees can receive up to a $1,000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.
• Safety is a top priority at Quaker Houghton.
• Tuition Reimbursement

EEO STATEMENT: It is Quaker Houghton's policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Houghton International will also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: Employee Rights and Responsibilities | E-Verify

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.