Job Description

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 associates.

About the Role

This position is based on-site at a leading global manufacturer serving the automotive and industrial sectors in Offenbach am Main, Germany. The customer develops and produces highly engineered components and technology solutions that support mobility and industrial applications worldwide.

This is a fully on-site role, requiring attendance at the customer site five days per week across two locations in Offenbach am Main as well as some travel to Mannheim (a company car for travel purposes will be provided).

This is a great opportunity to join Quaker Houghton and contribute to delivering a high-quality service for our customer. Full training will be provided.

Tasks

What will you do?

• Support the operation and maintenance of systems and products
• Help ensure that lubricants, greases, coolants, cleaners, and other industrial fluids are maintained in optimal condition for production
• Communicate closely with internal Quaker Houghton teams and key customer contacts
• Maintain accurate data in Quaker Houghton systems
• Support warehouse and inventory management activities

Requirements

What are we looking for?

• Completed technical training (e.g., electrician, mechatronics technician, industrial mechanic) or equivalent technical knowledge gained through experience
• Experience working in an industrial environment
• Attention to detail and a strong customer-focused mindset
• German language skills at fluent level (spoken and written)
• English language skills at B1–B2 level
• Experience coordinating activities or supporting colleagues is beneficial but not essential
• Strong safety awareness with a proactive and collaborative approach
• Comfortable working with IT systems and standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office)

Location: Offenbach am Main, Germany (customer sites)

Benefits

What we offer:

• Permanent employment contract
• 30 days of paid vacation
• Christmas bonuses
• Employer contribution to a private pension scheme
• JobRad leasing option
• Opportunity to take up to two paid volunteer days per year
• Long-term career development opportunities in a global organization
• Strong focus on safety, collaboration, and employee well-being
• Comprehensive training and development within the Fluidcare service

About Us

We are the global leader in industrial process fluids present in 40+ countries continually improving and innovating so the world’s steel, aluminum, automotive, aircraft, machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our chemists, engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.

Our values Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity, Do Great Things Together, Act with Integrity.

Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.

Join the team and find your future!

EEO: Quaker Houghton is committed to equal employment opportunities and a workplace free of discrimination. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, gender identity, age, disability, ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. In line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive, the salary range for this role is disclosed before the interview to support transparency and consistency in our hiring process. Candidates will not be asked about their salary history. Our company uses a structured job level and salary band framework to support objective and consistent compensation decisions.