Maintenance Manager - Watertown, WI

Wis-Pak Inc.; Watertown, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; 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 seeking a maintenance leader to drive reliable equipment, safe facilities, and a well-supported maintenance team at our Watertown, WI site. You’ll lead, coach, and plan daily work to keep production running smoothly, while overseeing preventative maintenance and coordinating upgrades and repairs.

Collaborate with other departments to improve processes and productivity, work with vendors and inspectors to stay compliant, and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of trades training and/or several years of maintenance leadership experience.
• Industrial electrical knowledge and familiarity with NEC/NFPA standards.
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, manuals, and technical documents.
• Clear communication with team members, vendors, and leadership.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and doing things the right way.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support a skilled maintenance team.
• Plan and prioritize daily work to keep production running efficiently.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and help reduce downtime.
• Manage repair schedules, equipment upgrades, and capital projects.
• Coordinate building and grounds maintenance across the site.
• Partner with other departments to improve processes and productivity.
• Work with vendors, contractors, and inspectors to stay compliant and on track.
• Ensure the highest standards of safety, food safety, and quality.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Safety and quality focus

Education

Trades training

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

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.

As a billion-dollar organization, we're growing fast and innovating even faster. We're looking for passionate, forward-thinking individuals who want to make a real impact. If you're ready to help shape the future of manufacturing and distribution, Wis-Pak is the place for you.

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

What You’ll Do:

In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind reliable equipment, safe facilities, and a well-supported maintenance team. You’ll:

• Lead, coach, and support a skilled maintenance team
• Plan and prioritize daily work to keep production running efficiently
• Oversee preventative maintenance and help reduce downtime
• Manage repair schedules, equipment upgrades, and capital projects
• Coordinate building and grounds maintenance across the site
• Partner with other departments to improve processes and productivity
• Work with vendors, contractors, and inspectors to keep everything compliant and on track
• Ensure the highest standards of safety, food safety, and quality

You’ll also play a key role in shaping a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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 We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a strong technical foundation and a collaborative spirit. Ideally, you have:

• 3–5 years of trades training and/or several years of maintenance leadership experience
• Industrial electrical knowledge and familiarity with NEC/NFPA standards
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Confidence reading blueprints, manuals, and technical documents
• The ability to communicate clearly with team members, vendors, and leadership
• A commitment to safety, quality, and doing things the right way

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 make a difference? Join us and be part of a team that's refreshing the world--one bottle at a time.

Location(s)

Watertown , Wisconsin 53094 , United States