Maintenance Mechanic - Byrne Dewitt - D1 (6:00am - 6:30pm)

Byrne, Inc.; DeWitt Mills (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Competitive bonus programs

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Byrne, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to execute preventive and corrective maintenance on dairy processing equipment and maintain critical production lines.

The role involves troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and coordinating with production teams to schedule repairs with minimal downtime. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of mechanical experience in a food manufacturing setting, familiarity with VFDs, PLCs, and instrumentation, and a strong emphasis on safety

Qualifications

• GED or High School diploma preferred.
• 2–3 years’ experience within the mechanical field.
• Proficiency with VFDs, stretch/blow molding equipment, conveyors, pumps, pneumatic sanitary valves, and programmable logic controllers and instrumentation/controls.
• Experience maintaining closed cooling systems including evaporator towers, water cooling towers, and industrial chillers used in manufacturing operations.
• Food manufacturing environment experience preferred, HVAC experience considered an asset for sanitary processing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on dairy processing equipment including pasteurizers, homogenizers, separators, pumps, conveyors, and packaging machinery to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production operations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment while following lockout/tagout procedures and safety protocols in a food-grade environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions quickly to restore production lines, working with PLCs, motor controls, and automated systems common in dairy processing facilities.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation and control systems including temperature sensors, pressure gauges, flow meters, and automated valves to ensure accurate monitoring of critical processing parameters.
• Conduct routine inspections of facility infrastructure including steam systems, compressed air lines, refrigeration equipment, and water treatment systems, identifying potential issues before they impact production.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records, work orders, and equipment histories in CMMS while coordinating with production teams to schedule repairs during planned downtime and minimize disruption to operations.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting

Electrical understanding

Safety procedures

Education

GED or HS diploma

Tools

VFDs

Conveyors

Pumps

Pneumatic valves

PLCs

Instrumentation/controls

HVAC

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic

Why ByrneAt Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and professionalism. Our greatest strength lies in the exceptional talent and dedication of our team members across every part of the organization. We value their contributions and ensure they’re recognized, rewarded, and compensated in ways that reflect their impact and expertise.

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Range - $31.00- $43.00 per hour
• Competitive bonus programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available day 1 of employment
• Supplemental benefits available on day 30 of employment
• Eligible for 401 (k) with a company match available on day 90 of employment
• Educational Support via tuition reimbursement and scholarship program

Work Shift and Location

• D1 – 6am-630pm6450 Benedict Rd W East, NY 13057

Job Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic plays a key role in executing assigned maintenance tasks. This includes performing full-break downs and rebuilds of production equipment as well as performing preventative maintenance on all production equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on dairy processing equipment including pasteurizers, homogenizers, separators, pumps, conveyors, and packaging machinery to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production operations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment while following lockout/tagout procedures and safety protocols in a food-grade environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions quickly to restore production lines, working with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor controls, and automated systems common in dairy processing facilities.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation and control systems including temperature sensors, pressure gauges, flow meters, and automated valves to ensure accurate monitoring of critical processing parameters.
• Conduct routine inspections of facility infrastructure including steam systems, compressed air lines, refrigeration equipment, and water treatment systems, identifying potential issues before they impact production.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records, work orders, and equipment histories in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) while coordinating with production teams to schedule repairs during planned downtime and minimize disruption to operations.

Min. Qualifications

• GED or High School diploma is preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience within the mechanical field.
• Proficiency with VFDs, stretch/blow molding equipment, conveyors, pumps, pneumatic sanitary valves, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems, along with programmable logic controllers and instrumentation/controls.
• Experience maintaining closed cooling systems including evaporator towers, water cooling towers, and industrial chillers used in manufacturing operations.
• Food manufacturing environment experience preferred, with HVAC experience considered an additional asset for maintaining sanitary processing conditions.

ByrneHeadquartered in LaFayette, Byrne is a Central New York-based dairy company with a legacy spanning over 90 years. Its operations include an extended shelf-life (ESL) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurization plant in DeWitt, as well as an ESL manufacturing facility in Cortlandville. Byrne also maintains warehouse facilities in Syracuse and East Syracuse, along with a dedicated ice cream center in Syracuse. As a recognized industry leader, Byrne continues to drive innovation at the forefront of dairy processing and product development