Fluidcare Technician

Quaker Houghton•Brook Park, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform first level of on-site technical, data recording and assessment within the manufacturing environment of Quaker Houghton customers. Follows standard procedures and has readily available supervision or management where necessary to provide a high standard of Fluidcare support. Anticipated shift time: 10pm to 6:30am, with occasional OT as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimal to no experience in manufacturing environment required.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate intermediate reading skills.
Ability to effectively present information.
Demonstrate basic mathematical skills.
Sufficient skills for data entry (MS excel and word) and reporting activities.
Must have basic working knowledge of: Internet software, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets.
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds
May be required to stand for long periods and walk great distances daily
Routinely required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
May be required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear
May be required to work in small spaces and high locations

Nice To Haves

May be required to obtain certifications/licenses.

Responsibilities

Cut-up, mount and prepare parts for metallurgical testing.
Surface etching of parts for analysis.
Measurement and metallurgical determinations consisting of hardness and microstructure analysis.
Cleanliness testing of machined parts.
Measure and record coolant and washer parameters to ensure parameters are met to maintain coolant and washer conditions.
Participate in addition of chemicals; including coolants, cleaners and biocides as directed by site staff.
Perform bio-stick dip tests of machine sumps and central systems.
Assist in the maintenance of coolant filters, washers, etc. for sump changes and cleaning, as required to keep fluids within proper limits.
Communicate with the customer so that changes in coolant parameters are highlighted and can then be acted upon and enter results in appropriate databases.
Prepare detailed shift reports.
Assist in maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment; such as scales, pH meters, glassware, incubators, etc. in accordance with site control plan.
Assist in properly maintaining tools and utility equipment such as pumps, sump suckers, coolant dispensers, etc. in a safe and efficient manner.
Supports site staff general organization initiatives (inventory, storage rooms, labeling, etc.)
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 require working flexible hours.
Carries out other duties as directed.
May have tasks specifically related to quality control, metalogical heat treat and the steel industry.
Provide other specifically agreed Fluidcare services as and when required by the Site Manager and/or Lead Technician
Must be able to safely work in a variety of potentially hazardous situations while adhering to Quaker Houghton’s Life Saving Rules.