Operational Excellence Specialist

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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.

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.

• 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.

Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as an Operational Excellence Specialist. 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 Operational Excellence Specialist will ensure that TRACC Governance members (Site Steering Committee, Implementation Task Force and Best Practice Leaders) are appointed, trained and competent to drive the pillars locally, while ensuring that the financial and non-financial performance targets are achieved through process compliance/standardization.

• Builds relationships across functions and geographies to drive compliance and operational success.
• Proactively identifies improvements to processes, systems, and documentation.
• Prioritizes, organizes, and executes multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Working knowledge of processes and requirements associated with ISO 9001.
• Fully appreciates and leverages multiple points of view to shape decisions.
• Good presentation skills to effectively share, coach and inspire.
• Strong at cascading clear goals and building a culture of performance and accountability.
• Celebrates success.
• Develops a learning organization and facilitates a feedback rich environment.

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• Additional Considerations - Certifications in Lean Management.
• Lean (preferably TRACC), TPM, Six Sigma.
• Minimum of 5-years of experience in operational roles or continuous improvement with increasing responsibility.
• Must have experience in change management (People, Process and Systems).
• Strong organizational, project management, and multitasking skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and structured work habits.
• Excellent communication skills in written, verbal, and presentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SharePoint, Adobe sign, Ironclad.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

This position is primarily based in a climate-controlled corporate office environment and requires frequent use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and printers. The role involves extended periods of time in a stationary position (e.g., sitting at a desk) and occasional lifting or movement of materials up to 15 pounds. However, shop floor presence may be required for extended periods which can include extreme heat, cold, and maneuvering up and down steps.

• Health Savings Account (with employer base deposit and match)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Competitive…