Date: Jun 17, 2026
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US, 45204
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Work Location Type: Onsite
Description:
Why Valvoline Global Operations?
At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.
With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.
Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:
- Treating everyone with care.
- Acting with unwavering integrity.
- Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
- Delivering on our commitments with passion.
- Collaborating as one unified team.
When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.
Careers for the Driven
Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Process Engineer. We whole-heartedly adopt a ‘never idle' mindset. We also know that outstanding service begins and ends with our employees. So, we’re looking for good people to join our team. You bring your skills, talents, and drive. We will give you a great place to work, a competitive salary and benefits, and the resources and support to develop and advance within our global company.
The Process Engineer with be responsible for overall effectiveness for the packaging lines. This role is expected to organize, supervise, and direct maintenance workers in their daily tasks of conducting corrective, predictive, and preventative maintenance tasks.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Drive mechanical reliability and equipment uptime through effective use of CMMS Maintenance Connection software, coordinating preventive maintenance programs, corrective maintenance activities, and work order execution.
Partner with Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering teams to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and asset availability for critical production equipment, including palletizers, liquid fillers, box formers, depalletizers, and drum fillers. Lead regular reviews of equipment failures, identify root causes, and coordinate maintenance improvements and equipment upgrades.
Manage the complete maintenance workflow by creating, prioritizing, issuing, and tracking work orders, while developing and maintaining preventive maintenance (PM) procedures, schedules, and asset records within the CMMS.
Lead and support plant safety initiatives, including Control of Hazardous Energy, LOTO and Machine Safety programs, ensuring safe work practices for employees and contractors.
Foster a strong safety culture by driving employee engagement, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, ISO standards, environmental regulations, company policies, and site procedures, while maintaining all required documentation and records.
Develop and strengthen the maintenance organization through hands-on coaching, mentoring, technical training, and skill development for maintenance mechanics and electricians.
Provide off-shift and weekend support as needed to support a 24/5 manufacturing operation and ensure timely resolution of critical maintenance issues.
Manage spare parts inventory and critical equipment spares to support operational reliability. Create purchase orders, process goods receipts, and maintain inventory accuracy within SAP.
Support plant operations by leading and participating in continuous improvement initiatives, small capital projects, process optimization efforts, and safety improvement projects.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management to support business objectives, organizational priorities, and professional development opportunities.
What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment
Coordinating technical support activities with external vendors and service providers.
Experience working in manufacturing operations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and external partners.
Ability to travel: 1 – 3 weeks a year for training.
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment supporting process controls, safety, reliability, maintenance, or engineering functions.
Lean Six Sigma experience, demonstrated through successful leadership or participation in continuous improvement projects that delivered measurable business results.
Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience supporting industrial equipment and automated systems.
Working knowledge of PLC programming, troubleshooting, and industrial control systems.
Experience with SAP, CMMS platforms (Maintenance Connection preferred), and other manufacturing systems.
Understanding of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), preventive maintenance (PM) programs, and equipment performance optimization.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
This role requires regular presence on the plant floor, lifting up to 50 lbs. Frequent walking, bending, climbing, and stooping is required.
Environment: Infrequent time spent in temperature-controlled office. Majority of time will be spent in a mildly controlled production area. Work can also be done in varied outdoor weather conditions.
Benefits That Drive Themselves
Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
HSA and flexible spending accounts
401(k)
Incentive opportunity*
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays*
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement*
Adoption assistance*
- Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.
Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at: .
This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.
Are You Ready to Make an Impact?
At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.
Requisition ID: 2454
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
