Valvoline Global Operations

Global Packaging Engineer Manager

LocationLexington, KY
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

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 Principle Packaging 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 Global Packaging Engineer Manager will lead and direct the company's packaging engineering efforts across all global operations. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in packaging design and implementation. The Global Packaging Engineer Manager will oversee a team of packaging engineers, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Purchasing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and vendors to ensure packaging solutions meet business objectives, quality standards, and global market requirements. This position involves strategic leadership in optimizing packaging processes, materials, and equipment on a global scale.


How You’ll Make an Impact

Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of packaging engineers. Implement and oversee a standardized project work process, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet safety and quality standards. Foster a strong partnership with regional and international project management teams.
Develop and implement a comprehensive global packaging strategy. Drive the optimization of existing packaging equipment and lines worldwide by integrating and automating components and systems. Champion initiatives to increase flexibility and standardize packaging equipment and layouts where feasible across all global sites.
Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Purchasing on the development and launch of new packaging concepts and promotional programs globally. Establish and provide performance characteristics for new designs, identifying potential impacts on packaging line performance and recommending design modifications to enhance performance or reduce costs.
Drive "Green/Sustainability" packaging initiatives across the globe. Stay abreast of new, innovative, and state-of-the-art packaging materials and technologies, recommending and implementing solutions to drive cost reduction or market leadership. Evaluate packaging for opportunities to reduce carbon footprint and incorporate recycled materials. Represent the company in relevant industry coalitions and task forces.
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for packaging, providing guidance to procurement and other internal teams. Develop and maintain performance and material specifications for all packaging components used globally. Manage and maintain the global Packaging Specification Database. Evaluate and qualify potential vendors and assist with contingency planning.


What You’ll Need

4-Year College Degree in Engineering (Packaging, Mechanical, or related field).
10-15 years of progressive experience in consumer products packaging, including significant experience in project execution and product commercialization from packaging material development to product shipment.
Proven experience in a leadership or managerial role with global responsibilities.
Experience managing a global team of engineers.
Strong leadership and team management skills with experience in a global environment.
Expertise in line integration, project management, and field implementation.
In-depth knowledge of packaging equipment (mechanical and controls).
Proficiency in Auto-CAD, SAP, MS programs, and palletization software (e.g., CAPE).
Excellent understanding of packaging materials, sustainability practices, and global packaging regulations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Ability to travel up to 50% (global travel included)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.


What Will Set You Apart

Master’s in Engineering or Business Administration
Professional Engineer License
Master’s in Business Administration
Project Management Certification
Certified Packaging Professional


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

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:.


Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com

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: 1483

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