Packaging Operator - BDW - D2 (6am-630pm)

Byrne Branding•East Syracuse, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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

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.