What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aseptic Filler Operator - Days (D1) position at Byrne Branding?
Aseptic Filler 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 - $24.50- $34.00 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
D1 6am-630pm
Job Overview
The Aseptic Filler 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 and monitor aseptic filling equipment to package sterile dairy products such as milk, cream, and other liquid dairy items into sterilized containers while maintaining product safety and quality standards throughout the filling process.
- Perform pre-operational setup procedures including sterilizing filling lines with steam or chemical sanitizers, conducting sterility tests, and verifying that all equipment components meet aseptic conditions before production begins.
- Monitor critical control points during filling operations including temperature, pressure, flow rates, and fill volumes to ensure products meet specifications and regulatory requirements while identifying and addressing any deviations immediately.
- Conduct routine quality checks and sampling of filled products to verify proper seal integrity, accurate fill levels, and absence of contamination while documenting all test results and maintaining detailed production records.
- Execute changeover procedures between different product types or package sizes including thorough cleaning and re-sterilization of equipment lines, replacing filters and seals, and calibrating filling mechanisms according to standard operating procedures.
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform basic maintenance tasks such as replacing worn components, cleaning CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems, and coordinating with maintenance technicians for more complex repairs to minimize production downtime.
Min. Qualifications
- GED or High School is preferred
- Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience is highly 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
Salary : $25 - $34