Maintenance Fabricator/Welder - Hattiesburg, MS

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store. Did you know you get a discount on your favorites if you work for us?

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Profit Sharing
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

In this role, you'll be a key player in keeping our production environment operating at its best. You'll work closely with our Maintenance Manager, Lead, and Shift Supervisors to ensure equipment is reliable, safe, and ready to support our team's success.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding quickly and confidently to maintenance calls and troubleshooting equipment issues
• Repairing and replacing machinery and components with care, precision, and safety in mind
• Performing preventative maintenance and documenting your work clearly
• Handling start-up and shutdown procedures, including energizing and de-energizing equipment
• Tackling bench repairs, fabrication projects, and occasional building or facility work
• Using power tools, hand tools, welding and cutting equipment, and aerial lifts
• Keeping your workspace clean, organized, and safe
• Following all plant, food safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Reporting unsafe conditions and helping maintain a culture of safety and respect

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

What You'll Bring:

We're looking for someone who's not just skilled, but eager to grow and contribute. You'll thrive here if you enjoy variety, take initiative, and care about doing things the right way.

Required qualifications include:

• Four years of technical school or equivalent experience
• Strong PLC and electrical knowledge
• Solid background in manufacturing maintenance
• Willingness to take the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test
• Ability to attend and travel to technical training as needed.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future
• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Physical & Environmental Expectations:

• Comfortable working in changing conditions-damp, noisy, warm, cool, indoors, and outdoors
• Able to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Adaptable to shifting workloads and available for emergency call-ins

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.

Ready to keep things running smoothly? Apply today and become a vital part of the Wis-Pak team as we refresh the world--one bottle at a time.