PET Filler Operator - BCV - D2 (6am-630pm)

PET 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

• Hourly Range – $26.50 - $37.00 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

3156 Byrne Hollow Crossing Cortland, NY 13045

D2 6am-630pm rotating weekend shift.

Job Overview

The PET 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

• Responsible for operating assigned filling equipment to include Setup, prestart, startup, operation, shut down, and cleaning, in accordance with standard operating procedure.
• Troubleshoots equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Operate and monitor high-speed PET bottle filling lines for fluid milk, flavored milk, cream, half & half, and other ESL/Aseptic dairy products.
• Set up and adjust PET filling machines including filler valves, conveyors, and bottle guides to maintain accurate and consistent fill volumes and weights.
• Operate cap sorters, cap elevators, and rotary capping/torquing heads; perform checks at defined intervals to ensure proper cap application and seal integrity.
• Execute PET bottle format and SKU changeovers including bottle size, cap size, and product type changes with minimal downtime.
• Ensure a consistent and uninterrupted supply of PET bottles to the filling line; remove defective bottles before they enter the filler.
• Perform visual and dimensional bottle inspections prior to filling infeed; identify and remove defective bottles.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on filling equipment including lubrication, seal inspection, and filler valve cleaning; communicate mechanical faults to maintenance promptly.
• Conduct in-process quality checks including fill volume, fill weight, cap torque, and seal integrity; segregate and hold any non-conforming product.
• Clears any jam-ups and restore production line operation.    
• Notifies others of mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity and equipment capabilities and begins to identify areas where operators can assist in resolving concerns.
• Monitor and document CIP processes including chemical conductivity, temp and time controls for CIP and perform manual washing of equipment following COP procedures. 
• Maintain production schedule, meet order expectations, monitor variances, and report out of spec., daily planning, and schedule of production, and participate in waste reduction efforts (MUV).
• Utilizes inventory control system to ensure proper updating of inventory and to look up necessary details.
• Maintain an organized and efficient workspace to comply with 5s standards.
• Communicates effectively between shifts and other departments.

Min. Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma is preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience is 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.