quakerhoughton
Global leader in industrial process fluids and chemical management.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1918
- Employees
- 4,700
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Joseph Berquist
- Type
- Public
- Listed
- NYSE: KWR
About
Quaker Houghton is a global leader in industrial process fluids, serving a diverse range of industries including steel, aluminum, automotive, aerospace, offshore, can, mining, and metalworking. The company was formed in August 2019 through the combination of Quaker Chemical and Houghton International, two entities with long and respected histories in the industrial fluids sector. Quaker Chemical was founded in 1918, and Houghton International dates back to 1865. This merger brought together extensive expertise, complementary product lines, and a broader global reach, creating a company with approximately $1.6 billion in revenue at the time of the combination. Headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, USA, Quaker Houghton operates in over 25 countries with a workforce of approximately 4,400 employees, including chemists, engineers, and industry specialists. The company's core mission is to partner with its customers to improve their operations, enhance efficiency, and drive productivity. They achieve this by providing high-performing, innovative, and sustainable solutions backed by best-in-class technology, deep process knowledge, and customized services. Quaker Houghton's extensive product portfolio includes metal removal fluids, cleaning fluids, corrosion inhibitors, metal drawing and forming fluids, die-cast mold releases, heat treatment and quenchants, metal forging fluids, hydraulic fluids, specialty greases, offshore sub-sea energy control fluids, rolling lubricants, rod and wire drawing fluids, and surface treatment chemicals. The company is committed to continuous innovation, research, and development to meet the evolving needs of its global customer base and to address challenges related to cost reduction, environmental footprint, and operational performance.
Open positions
Fluidcare Site Manager - Die Casting
Job Summary Site management responsibility for the day-to-day and long-term operation of a chemical management program at Quaker Houghton’s customer site. Includes the management and technical oversight to maintain and…
HR Operations Specialist
Bij Quaker Houghton zijn we experts in de ontwikkeling, productie en toepassing van industriële procesvloeistoffen, smeermiddelen en coatings voor de maakindustrie. Wij spelen al jarenlang een belangrijke rol in de…
Analytical Chemist
Job Summary Under very general supervision, formulates and conducts qualitiative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and or new products. Analysis contributes to process improvements,…
Lab Technician I - 2nd Shift
Job Summary Under close supervision, perform routine chemical and physical analyses on a limited variety of materials for the support of fluid analysis, research and development, and production activities. Job…
Director, Global Engineering
Job Summary Job Description · Global Engineering Strategy : Develop and execute a comprehensive global engineering strategy that supports business growth, product development, and operational efficiency in multiple…
Contract Service Manager - Norfolk
Job Summary Leads shift operations to ensure efficient production and execution of routine tasks, including 5S activities, while maintaining compliance with key performance indicators such as on-time delivery, product…
International Tax and Transfer Pricing Manager
Job Summary The Tax Manager will be a key contributor to the corporate tax organization of Quaker Houghton and will be responsible for supporting the team with the accounting of income taxes for both the consolidated…
Customer Service Process Excellence & Systems Manager
Job Summary Job Description Continuous Improvement & Process Excellence Lead the Customer Service continuous improvement strategy and roadmap across global Order-to-Cash processes. Identify opportunities to improve…
Customer Service Governance & Capability Manager
Job Summary Job Description Process Governance & Standardization Establish and maintain the global governance framework for Customer Service and O2C policies, procedures, and process documentation. Develop and…
Technical Sales Representative (m/f/d) - Metal & Manufacturing Solutions
Technical sales role selling industrial impregnation services to manufacturers in Germany and BENELUX, including customer visits, quotations, and sample processing with occasional travel.
Senior Manager, Supply Chain Excellence
Job Summary The Sr Supply Chain Manager is responsible for executing the end-to-end “Deliver” portion of “Plan, Source, Make, and Deliver”. This includes managing from monthly planning through production to ship…
Supply Chain Data Analyst
Job Summary Job Description Accountabilities: Capacity Management Perform finite and rough‑cut capacity planning to identify constraints and develop mitigation plans Coordinate planned down days / maintenance windows…
Financial Analyst
Job Summary Reporting to the Director Corporate FP&A, this role will be responsible for supporting financial planning activities such as budget and forecasting, expense analysis, as well as report consolidation as…
Director Procurement Systems and Analytics
Job Summary The Regional Procurement provides leadership, vision, direction, and structure as part of the Global Procurement Leadership Team. This role drives development and deployment of strategy, tactics through…
Chemist I
Job Summary Under close supervision, formulates and conducts qualitiative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and or new products. Analysis contributes to process improvements,…
Chemist II / III
Job Summary Under general direction, formulates and conducts qualitiative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and or new products. Analysis contributes to process improvements,…
Category Manager
Job Summary Responsible for managing sourcing activities within specific category driving scale and standardization globally maximizing value as well as reducing overall costs while improving the quality of goods…
Regional Category Manager
Job Summary Responsible for managing sourcing activities within specific category driving scale and standardization globally maximizing value as well as reducing overall costs while improving the quality of goods…
Manager, EHS
Job Summary Under the direction of the Director, EHS, the Manager, EHS, position is accountable for all elements of the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) performance and continuous improvement within the assigned…