Packaging Operator - BDW - N2 (6pm-630am)

Byrne, Inc.; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 88,828,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus programs

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits day 1

Supplemental benefits day 30

401(k) with company match day 90

Tuition reimbursement and scholarship

Job summary

Byrne, Inc. is seeking a Packaging Operator in East Syracuse, NY. You will set up, operate, clean, and troubleshoot production equipment following SOPs to package dairy products.

This role requires a GED or high school diploma and 0-1 years in manufacturing. Pay ranges from $21.00 to $31.00 per hour; benefits include day-1 medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition assistance. Shift: 6pm–6:30am at 6750 Benedict Rd.

Qualifications

• A GED or high school diploma is required.
• 0-1 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operates case packing equipment and Baumer machinery to package dairy products into cases, cartons, or secondary packaging according to specifications.
• Performs quality control on packaging output, checking case formation, placement, seal integrity, and overall package quality.
• Maintains routine maintenance on case packers and Baumer systems including cleaning, sanitizing, lubrication, and basic troubleshooting.
• Records production data, case counts, batch numbers, and equipment metrics; logs packaging runs and issues.
• Follows GMP and food safety protocols, including hygiene and PPE; maintains clean work areas around packaging equipment.
• Collaborates with team members, supervisors, and maintenance to coordinate schedules and report malfunctions.

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Why Byrne

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.

• 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

Packaging Operator

Why Byrne

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
• 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

6750 Benedict Road W East Syracuse, NY 13057

N2 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.