Packaging Operator - BCV - Nights (N1)

Byrne; South Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Byrne in Cortland, NY is hiring a Packaging Operator to set up, operate, clean, and troubleshoot packaging equipment for dairy products. You will work on case packing lines, monitor machines, perform quality checks, and document production metrics in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Minimum requirements include a GED or high school diploma and 0–1 years in manufacturing. Company offers benefits and growth opportunities in a longtime Central New York dairy leader.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma is required.
• 0–1 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors case packing equipment and Baumer machinery to package dairy products according to production specs.
• Conducts quality control inspections of equipment output and packaging to ensure proper case formation and seal integrity.
• Performs routine maintenance on case packers and Baumer systems including cleaning, lubrication, and basic troubleshooting.
• Accurately records production data, case counts, batch numbers, and equipment performance metrics.
• Follows GMP and food safety protocols, maintains clean work areas and proper hand hygiene.

Skills

Case packing

Quality inspection

Equipment troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Baumer equipment

Job description

At 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

• Salary Range – $21.00 - $31.00 per hour
• 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

3156 Byrne Hollow Crossing Cortland, NY 13045

N1 6pm-630am

Job Overview

The Packaging Operator plays a key role in executing assigned production tasks. This includes setting up, operating, cleaning, and troubleshooting production equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors case packing equipment and Baumer machinery to efficiently package dairy products into cases, cartons, or secondary packaging configurations according to production specifications.
• Conducts quality control inspections of case packer and Baumer equipment output, checking for proper case formation, product placement, seal integrity, and overall package quality while removing any defective cases from the production line.
• Performs routine maintenance tasks on case packers and Baumer systems including cleaning, sanitizing, lubrication, and basic troubleshooting to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime.
• Accurately records production data, case counts, batch numbers, and equipment performance metrics on paperwork or computer systems while maintaining detailed logs of packaging runs and any operational issues.
• Follows strict food safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), including proper hand hygiene, wearing required personal protective equipment, and maintaining clean work areas around case packing equipment to prevent contamination.
• Collaborates with production team members, supervisors, and maintenance staff to coordinate case packing schedules, communicate equipment malfunctions, and ensure smooth workflow from primary packaging through final case packing and palletizing operations.

Min. Qualifications

• A minimum of GED or High School Diploma is required.
• 0-1 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

Byrne

Headquartered 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

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