Milk Receiver - BCV - Back Half Nights - 6pm-630am at Byrne Dairy

Milk Receiver

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 – $23.00 - $33.50 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

Back Half Nights – 6pm-630am

Job Overview

The Milk Receiver 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

• Inspects incoming raw milk deliveries from tanker trucks, checking documentation and verifying quantity and quality parameters before unloading.
• Collects milk samples from each delivery for testing to ensure it meets safety standards, including tests for temperature, antibiotics, bacteria count, and composition.
• Operates pumps, valves, and transfer equipment to safely unload milk from transport tankers into the facility's storage silos or receiving tanks.
• Maintains detailed records of all milk receipts, including supplier information, volumes received, test results, and any quality issues or rejections.
• Cleans and sanitizes receiving equipment, hoses, connections, and work areas to maintain strict hygiene standards and prevent contamination.
• Communicates with truck drivers, laboratory staff, and production supervisors to coordinate deliveries, report quality concerns, and ensure smooth workflow throughout the receiving process.

Min. Qualifications

• A minimum of 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