Processing Manager - BDW - 1st shift

Byrne1933; City of Syracuse, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits from

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Educational support via tuition Reimb

Job summary

Byrne Dairy Ultra Plant in East Syracuse, NY is seeking a Processing Manager to lead processing operations, drive proactive maintenance, and develop a high-performing team focused on reliability and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes standardized work, cost control, and strategic planning to sustain growth and quality across Byrne's dairy processing facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum GED or high school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of 6+ years as a Processor in the dairy industry.
• Experience leading processing operations and driving maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead proactive maintenance strategies for processing equipment while minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
• Analyze equipment failures to identify root causes and partner with maintenance teams on lasting solutions.
• Build a high-performing processing team through strategic hiring, comprehensive interviews, and onboarding in collaboration with HR.
• Create development programs to strengthen supervisory leadership and processing skills.
• Establish standardized work instructions and visual management systems across the processing department.
• Manage labor and non-labor expenses in alignment with budgets and cost controls.
• Shape departmental success through annual strategic planning and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Maintenance Planning

Process Improvement

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Job description

Byrne Dairy Ultra Plant
East Syracuse, NY 13057, USA

Description

Processing Manager

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 – $88,000-$116,500 per year
• 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

• Monday – Friday – 1st shiftwith weekend availability per business needs.

Job Overview

The Processing Manager plays a key role in executing assigned processing tasks. This includes leading processing operations by driving proactive maintenance and equipment reliability, building and developing a high-performing team through strategic hiring and continuous learning, and championing operational excellence through standardized processes and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead proactive maintenance strategies for processing equipment while minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. Analyze equipment failures to identify root causes, partner with maintenance teams on lasting solutions, and leverage operator expertise to prevent recurring issues and enhance equipment performance.
• Build a high-performing processing team through strategic hiring, comprehensive interviews, and thoughtful onboarding in collaboration with HR. Foster employee growth with constructive performance feedback, targeted coaching, and clear expectations that support both individual and organizational success.
• Create a culture of continuous learning by designing and delivering development programs that strengthen supervisory leadership and enhance processing associate skills. Empower your team with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to maintain strong customer focus, operational flexibility, and solid business judgment.
• Champion operational excellence by establishing and refining standardized work instructions and visual management systems across the processing department. Identify and implement innovative solutions that elevate product quality, streamline operations, and strengthen customer satisfaction and reliability.
• Manage both labor and non-labor expenses in alignment with strategic budgets. Collaborate with leadership to establish effective cost controls and spending thresholds that support operational goals and long-term sustainability.
• Shape departmental success through comprehensive annual strategic planning and meaningful performance management.

Min. Qualifications

• Minimum GED or High School Diploma is required, associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of 6+ years as a Processor in the dairy industry.

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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