Process Operator

ALTIVIA; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTIVIA in La Porte, TX is seeking a Process Operator to safely operate and monitor plant systems, adhere to SOPs, and troubleshoot equipment on site.

The role emphasizes safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement while working with process control systems and shift coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Process Technology is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, reports, and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant systems following SOPs.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and troubleshoot equipment.
• Monitor and control operations using the Foxboro DCS.
• Utilize electronic manufacturing and inventory systems, logbooks, and MOC systems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Reading technical documents

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree in Process Technology

Tools

Chempax ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Location: La Porte, Texas

Job 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.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a chemical plant environment
• Associate’s degree in Process Technology (preferred but not required).
• 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.
• 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 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.
• Requires shift work, including overtime, callouts, and vacation coverage as needed