Quality Field Technician - Dewitt - Mid-Shift

Byrne; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Byrne is seeking a Quality Field Technician in East Syracuse, NY to support their DeWitt/Dewitt-area operations. The role covers quality task execution, equipment setup, cleaning, and troubleshooting per SOPs, with emphasis on dairy product quality.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 12pm–8pm, offering medical/dental/vision benefits from day 1, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement. Apply to join Byrne’s experienced team in a historic dairy operation.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required; associate degree in chemistry, biology, food science or ag-tech science preferred.
• SQF or similar quality systems experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze product samples from raw milk, in-process materials, and finished dairy products for microbiological, chemical, and sensory testing.
• Monitor critical control points during production including pasteurization temperatures, pH levels, and hold times; verify equipment calibration and document deviations.
• Conduct HACCP inspections, monitor sanitation procedures, and ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and state dairy regulations.
• Perform facility and equipment inspections to verify cleanliness, temperatures, packaging specs, and labeling accuracy; maintain quality records.
• Investigate quality issues by analyzing test results, identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and coordinating with production teams.
• Maintain documentation by recording data in quality databases and preparing regulatory reports; train staff on quality procedures.

Skills

Quality testing

Food safety

Education

GED / HS Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Quality Field Technician - Dewitt - Mid-Shift

Job Category : Semi-Skilled

Requisition Number : QUALI002505

• Posted : September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $23.50 USD per hour

Locations

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Byrne Dairy Ultra Plant
East Syracuse, NY 13057, USA

Description

Quality Field Technician

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 – $23.50-$33.50 per hour
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available day 1 of employment
• Supplemental benefits available on day 30 of employmentIli>
• 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 - 12pm - 8pm - with the flexibility to cover other shifts due to PTO

Job Overview

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

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze product samples from raw milk, in-process materials, and finished dairy products to conduct microbiological, chemical, and sensory testing for bacterial contamination, composition analysis, and quality compliance.
• Monitor critical control points throughout production processes including pasteurization temperatures, pH levels, and hold times while verifying equipment calibration and documenting any deviations from standard procedures.
• Implement food safety protocols by conducting HACCP inspections, monitoring sanitation procedures, and ensuring compliance with FDA, USDA, and state regulatory requirements for dairy manufacturing operations.
• Perform facility and equipment inspections to verify cleanliness standards, proper storage temperatures, packaging specifications, and labeling accuracy while maintaining detailed quality control records.
• Investigate quality issues by analyzing test results, identifying root causes of product deviations, implementing corrective actions, and coordinating with production teams to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain documentation and reporting by recording test data in quality databases, preparing regulatory compliance reports, conducting traceability investigations, and providing training to production staff on quality procedures.

Min. Qualifications

• A minimum GED or High School Diploma is required; associate degree in chemistry, biology, food science or ag-tech science preferred.
• 6 months – 2 years of manufacturing/machine operation experience in dairy/food industry preferred.
• SQF or similar quality systems experience preferred.

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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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.