PET Production Supervisor - BCV - D2 (6am-630pm)

PET Production Supervisor

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 – $35.00 - $42.25 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 schedule. 

Job Overview

The PET Production Supervisor plays a key role in executing assigned Production tasks. This includes leading and supporting a safe, efficient, and compliant production shift by directing staff, monitoring quality and equipment performance, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of accountability and engagement on the production floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates activities of assigned production staff, ensuring products adhere to established standards for safety, quality, and throughput.
• Maintains effective working relationships with team members through open communication, floor presence, and involvement to promote a positive working environment that supports safety, engagement, productivity, and throughput.
• Reviews the production schedule prior to the start of shift and adjusts staffing assignments as needed to support production targets.
• Inspects raw materials prior to changeovers to ensure correct inventories for production runs. Performs initial quality checks following changeovers to prevent non‑conforming product.
• Provides day‑to‑day coaching and guidance to team members; supports training, onboarding, and performance feedback. Escalates employee relations issues to management as appropriate.
• Partners with management and Human Resources by supporting corrective action processes, investigations, and staffing needs. May participate in interviews as requested.
• Works closely with Maintenance to report and support resolution of downtime events on assigned production lines.
• Utilizes the Packaging Line Monitoring System (PLMS) and other tools to complete and submit shift reports related to OEE, production, downtime, attendance, overtime, and quality.
• Conducts routine walkthroughs throughout the shift to ensure compliance with safety, quality, production, and 5S standards.
• Communicates with other departments to ensure production priorities and customer deadlines are supported.
• Leads daily shift huddles and participates in scheduled meetings to review production, OEE, and quality performance against targets.
• Conducts routine safety observations and supports weekly safety discussions with assigned team members.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance by identifying issues and recommending improvements to management.
• Adheres to all company and plant safety programs, policies, and procedures; ensures assigned team members work safely and follow required practices.
• Monitors team member time and attendance for accuracy and submits or reviews information per established procedures using the UltiPro platform.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance; ability to work 12‑hour rotating shifts or schedules dictated by production demand.
• Operates filling, packaging, and cooler equipment as needed to support production and staffing requirements.

• Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.

Min. Qualifications

• A minimum of GED or High School Diploma is required.
• 2-3 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 1-2 Years – Experience managing people / projects.
• Ability to obtain Better Process Control School (BPCS) certificate.
• Mechanical skills relevant to the assigned equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is required.

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.