Process Operator Job at Altivia, La Porte, TX

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  • Altivia
  • La Porte, TX

Job Description

Process Operator

The Process Operator is responsible for safely operating and monitoring plant systems at the La Porte Complex. This role involves adhering to standard operating procedures, troubleshooting equipment, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring high-quality and cost-effective operations. The operator will work with process control systems and maintain a strong focus on safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Operate plant systems following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Perform minor maintenance tasks, including equipment isolation and troubleshooting.
  • Monitor and control operations using the Foxboro Distributive Control System (DCS).
  • Utilize electronic manufacturing and inventory systems, logbooks, and MOC systems.

Safety & Compliance:

  • Ensure safe, environmentally responsible, and high-quality operations.
  • Follow all Process Safety Management (PSM), Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S), and Quality Systems protocols.
  • Maintain E-Squad qualifications, including Industrial Fire Brigade, HAZMAT Response, CPR, First Aid, and Incident Command.

Continuous Improvement & Efficiency:

  • Identify and implement process improvements related to safety, environmental compliance, and operations.
  • Demonstrate an above-average understanding of the chemical processes involved in unit operations.
  • Work collaboratively with the team to drive operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

  • 3-5 years of experience as a process operator in a chemical plant environment.
  • Associate's degree in Process Technology (preferred but not required).

Skills & Competencies:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with Chempax ERP (preferred but not required).
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents, reports, and spreadsheets.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Frequent walking, standing, twisting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing stairs and ladders.
  • Must be able to wear full personal protective equipment (PPE), including Level A suit, bunker gear, full-face respirator, and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
  • Specific vision abilities required, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

  • Work is primarily conducted outside the control room in an industrial setting.
  • Exposure to chemicals, extreme weather conditions, vehicle traffic, vibratory tools, and magnetic fields/radio frequency radiation.

Location: La Porte, TX Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Rotating Shift Work Department: Operations Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, annual variable bonus, paid time off, company & personal holidays, sick leave, Employee Assistance Programs, and company-paid basic life + AD&D insurance.

At ALTIVIA, a leader in chemical manufacturing, we are more than just a businesswe are a community driven to rise together. Anchored by our values of Reliability, Impact, Safety, and Entrepreneurship, we foster a culture where accountability, creativity, and collaboration thrive. We take ownership, think entrepreneurially, and challenge ourselves to drive innovation across the chemical industry. Safety remains central to every decision, ensuring a secure environment for our people and operations. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we deliver meaningful results for our customers, colleagues, and communities.

ALTIVIA operates multiple chemical manufacturing sites, each with specialized capabilities:

  • Haverhill, OH: Petrochemicals phenol, acetone, alpha-methylstyrene (AMS)
  • Dunbar, WV: Ketones and carbinols
  • La Porte, TX: Custom phosgenation chloroformates and acid chlorides
  • Crosby, TX: Oxides production and toll manufacturing

Disclaimer ALTIVIA reserves the right to modify, interpret, or adjust this job description at any time as needed to meet business needs and requirements.

Visa Sponsorship ALTIVIA does not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer ALTIVIA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, free from discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Notice to External Recruiters Any agency interested in partnering with ALTIVIA must obtain approval from Talent Acquisition before engagement. Only Talent Acquisition can authorize agency partnerships. Unsolicited outreach or resume submissions without prior approval and a signed contract will not obligate ALTIVIA to pay a fee. This includes current agency partnersresume submissions without explicit engagement to work on a specific position will not result in a fee obligation. For newly posted positions, please wait at least two weeks from the posting date before reaching out.

Altivia

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Shift work, Rotating shift,

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