Aseptic 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 – $20.75-$28.00 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

N1 6pm-630am

Job Overview

The Aseptic 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

• Operate aseptic packaging machinery to form, sterilize, fill, and seal sterile containers such as Tetra Pak cartons, pouches, or bottles with dairy products while maintaining sterile conditions throughout the entire packaging process to prevent contamination.
• Set up and configure packaging equipment by loading packaging materials, adjusting machine parameters for different container sizes and product types, and ensuring proper alignment of forming, filling, and sealing stations before initiating production runs.
• Monitor packaging line performance including container formation quality, seal integrity, print registration, and fill accuracy while making real-time adjustments to maintain optimal packaging standards and minimize product waste or defects.
• Perform hydrogen peroxide sterilization procedures on packaging materials and equipment surfaces, verify sterilant concentration levels, and ensure proper ventilation and neutralization of chemical sterilant according to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct quality inspections of finished packaged products including checking for proper sealing, accurate labeling, correct fill volumes, and package integrity while removing defective products from the production line and documenting quality control findings.
• Execute routine cleaning and maintenance tasks including replacing packaging material rolls, cleaning product contact surfaces, calibrating sensors and filling heads, and performing preventive maintenance procedures to ensure consistent packaging line operation and food safety compliance.

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