European Quality and Dordrecht Plant supervisor

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.

Job Purpose

European Quality and Dordrecht Plant supervisor is responsible for leading all quality-related activities for the European plants, ensuring full compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards. This includes managing PPAP, APQP, and FMEA processes, coordinating audits and certifications, updating and interpreting automotive standards and sanctions, and driving continuous improvement (A3). The role acts as a key link between customers, production, and corporate quality functions. He/ She will act as a supervisor for the Dordrecht plant and will report the EMEA Quality Manager.  

How You Make an Impact

• Lead and manage PPAP submissions and approvals with customers.
• Conduct and maintain FMEA and Control Plans with cross-functional teams.
• Lead and coordinate IATF 16949 certification and internal audit programs.
• Maintain, lead and coordinate IATF 16949 certification and internal audit programs. Interpret and implement standard and sanction updates for IATF and ISO 9001.
• Coordinate APQP activities and support product launches.
• Manage 8D reports for internal and external customer issues.
• Lead and monitor A3 continuous improvement projects.
• Serve as internal audit coordinator and communicate updates to the organization.
• Provide backup support for other quality engineers and quality manager.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain to ensure robust process control.
• Supervise, train and evaluate quality team.
• Define KPIs, analyze quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
• Manage the plant quality assurance budget.

What You Bring to the Role

• 5-7 years of experience in customer quality, process, or production within the automotive industry.
• 2-3 years in supervisory or team lead positions.
• IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 Internal auditor. VDA 6,3 it’s a plus.
• Strong understanding of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and 8D methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead certification processes, standard updates, and audit coordination.
• Experience with Major OEMs or Tier 1 Suppliers
• People management and team leadership
• Decision-making under pressure
• Lean Six Sigma Green/ Black Belt
• Cross-functional coordination  
• Strategic mindset

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: 1879#LI-KT1