Shipping Operator

Location: La Porte, Texas – ALTIVIA Chemicals Job Summary The Shipping Operator is responsible for supporting shipping, receiving, and customer service functions at the ALTIVIA La Porte facility. This position ensures the safe and efficient loading, unloading, storage, and shipment of chemical products while maintaining compliance with company procedures, Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements, environmental regulations, and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Shipping Operator plays a key role in supporting customer deliveries, export activities, and overall plant operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Load and unload tank trucks, railcars, drums, and other shipping containers in accordance with established procedures.

• Receive and process domestic and export shipments to ensure timely and accurate product movement.

• Prepare shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading and related customer shipping paperwork.

• Verify proper labeling and placarding of outbound shipments in compliance with DOT regulations.

• Handle hazardous materials safely and in accordance with applicable transportation, environmental, and safety requirements.

• Maintain compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM), Health, Safety & Security (HS&S), and Quality Management System requirements.

• Achieve and maintain qualification as a member of the site Emergency Response Team (E-Squad), including training and certification in:

• Industrial Fire Brigade response

• Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) response

• CPR and First Aid

• Incident Command procedures

• Participate in emergency response activities, drills, and training exercises as required.

• Operate forklifts, fifth-wheel tractors, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.

• Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory records.

• Participate in department training programs and develop a working knowledge of facility processes and products.

• Maintain good housekeeping and a clean, organized work environment throughout the shipping and customer service areas.

• Communicate effectively with operations personnel, supervisors, transportation providers, and customers.

• Support plant operations and perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of chemical plant, industrial manufacturing, shipping, logistics, or related experience preferred.
• Process Technology degree preferred.
• Experience loading and unloading hazardous materials preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, shipping documentation, and transportation safety requirements preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Chempax ERP or related enterprise resource planning systems preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow supervisor instructions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage changing workloads, and meet operational deadlines.
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Ability to work rotating schedules, shift assignments, overtime, call-outs, and vacation coverage as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, industrial vehicles, and material handling equipment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe workplace and complying with all environmental, health, safety, and security requirements.