Lead Production -Hattiesburg, MS

Wis-Pak; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Critical Illness & Accident Coverage

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

401(K) with Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Wis-Pak is hiring a Production Lead to oversee shift operations and guide a team toward safety, quality, and efficiency goals. You will train staff, enforce policies, and ensure smooth cross-department communication to keep production aligned with standards.

Ideal candidates are dependable, proactive leaders who thrive in team-driven environments and can manage changeovers, material use, and cost control while maintaining high-quality output.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong problem-solving and instruction-following abilities.
• Team-first attitude with ability to work independently.
• Forklift operation skills and ability to pass the Forklift Operators License test.
• Physical ability to walk or stand for long periods and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Willingness to work in temperatures 60–90°F or higher.

Responsibilities

• Lead all personnel and operations during your shift.
• Perform package and product changeovers with precision.
• Maintain low-cost, high-quality production practices.
• Ensure proper use of raw materials and promotional items.
• Enforce safety standards and PPE usage.
• Monitor quality assurance and GMP compliance.
• Communicate with employees to prevent errors and promote teamwork.
• Collaborate with other departments and provide daily updates to shift leads and supervisors.
• Support coding, recycling, housekeeping, and personal training initiatives.

Skills

English communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Stamina

Job description

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
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

As a Production Lead, you'll oversee shift operations and lead a team of production employees to meet safety, quality, and efficiency goals. You'll ensure proper training, enforce company policies, and maintain strong communication across departments to keep everything running smoothly.

What You'll Do:

• Lead all personnel and operations during your shift.
• Perform package and product changeovers with precision.
• Maintain low-cost, high-quality production practices.
• Ensure proper use of raw materials and promotional items.
• Enforce safety standards and proper PPE usage.
• Monitor and maintain quality assurance and GMP compliance.
• Communicate frequently with employees to prevent errors and promote teamwork.
• Collaborate with other departments and provide daily updates to incoming shift leads and supervisors.
• Support coding, recycling, housekeeping, and personal training initiatives.

What We're Looking For

You're a dependable, proactive leader who leads by example and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

You'll Bring:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• A team-first attitude with the ability to work independently.
• Forklift operation skills and the ability to pass the Forklift Operators License test.
• Physical ability to walk or stand for long periods, bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Willingness to work in temperatures ranging from 60–90°F or more

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.