Process Operator

Process Operator

Location: ALTIVIA La Porte, TX
Shift: Requires shift work, including overtime, callouts, and vacation coverage as needed

Position Overview

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

Operations & Maintenance:

• 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 in a chemical plant environment
• Associates 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.