Lead Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Quaker Houghton; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial process fluids is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician. You will assist with planning while maintaining a safe working environment. The role requires technical expertise and leadership, with responsibilities including equipment troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.

Benefits

Company Provided Uniforms

Competitive bi-weekly pay

Generous annual paid time off

401 (k) employer match

Health care, dental and vision benefits

Up to $1,000 referral bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in maintenance.
• Experience in electrical work, plumbing, and pipefitting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assign tasks to maintenance department employees across three shifts.
• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing and facilities equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Communication

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four years of experience in maintenance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.

Position Summary:

The Lead Maintenance Technician will assist the Facilities Manager in planning and preparing projects and significant repairs, orienting and training both new and current maintenance personnel, assigning and reviewing the work of maintenance employees, and assisting technicians as needed. Additionally, this position will perform various tasks such as installing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintaining production and facility equipment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assign tasks to maintenance department employees across three shifts.

• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing and facilities equipment.

• Assist other department personnel with troubleshooting and repairing equipment.

• Contribute to project work, including pipe fitting, fabrication, rigging, and more.

• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment.

• Collaborate with the Maintenance Planner to enhance the Preventive Maintenance program.

• Assist in training department personnel, typically through on-the-job training.

• This position may require after hours work or calls

• Purchase materials and supplies needed for departmental use

• Oversee contractors while they are working onsite

Education, Experience, Skills & Competencies:

Key Education or Certification Required

• Demonstrate at least four years of experience and responsibility in maintenance.

• Must have experience in electrical work, plumbing, and pipefitting.

• Must be a results-oriented team player, effective in problem-solving and project planning, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, high energy, and strong attention to detail.

• Demonstrates a solid technical knowledge of various facility processes and understands all relevant regulations and standards.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong time management abilities with a proven track record of meeting deadlines.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Capability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The associate will work in an office and lab environment and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts, the risk of electrical shock, and trip and slip hazards. The noise level in the lab environment is sometimes loud. The associate may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

What's in it for you?

• Company Provided Uniforms
• Competitive bi-weekly pay
• 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. All operators receive extensive on-the-job training during the first 3 months of employment.
• Tuition Reimbursement

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. 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.Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email [e-mail]