QA Lab Technician (Multiple Shifts) - Watertown, WI

Wis-Pak, Inc.; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000

Paid time off

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with profit sharing

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Wis-Pak, Inc. in Watertown, WI is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure product safety and consistency. The role involves handling syrups, testing quality, and maintaining lines with a supportive team. Training is provided, and you’ll be part of a company that serves well-known beverage brands.

You’ll contribute to sanitation, equipment care, and GMP compliance while working across shifts. This on-site position offers competitive pay and benefits with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs regularly and 75–100 lbs occasionally.
• Comfort with basic math and written instructions.
• Clear communication and ability to follow directions.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed (up to 64 hours/week).
• Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Keep equipment and tanks clean and sanitized to meet food safety standards.
• Locate and blend ingredients to create syrups per recipes.
• Use lab equipment to test products and ensure quality.
• Set up production lines, monitor processes, and troubleshoot.
• Maintain logs of procedures, results, and adjustments.
• Operate a forklift to unload and store materials.
• Help maintain water treatment and RO systems.
• Assist with inventory checks and sorting syrups and concentrates.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and GMP guidelines.
• Support preventive maintenance and minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Clear communication

English reading/writing

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Lab/testing equipment

Job description

Location: Watertown, WI

Shift/Work Schedule: Multiple Shifts

Pay range: $24.60/hr

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

Earn up to $3,000 in Sign-On Bonuses! We reward your commitment from day one:

• $750 after 90 days
• $750 after 6 months
• $1,500 after 12 months

Start earning your bonus in just 3 months!

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?

We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Technician who wants to grow with us and help ensure every product that leaves our facility is safe, consistent, and top‑notch. You’ll be part of a supportive team that works together, looks out for one another, and celebrates a job well done.

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

What You’ll Do

• Keep our equipment and tanks clean and sanitized to maintain the highest food safety standards
• Locate and blend ingredients to create syrups following established recipes
• Use lab equipment to test products and ensure they meet quality expectations
• Set up production lines, monitor processes, and troubleshoot when needed
• Maintain accurate logs of procedures, results, and adjustments
• Operate a forklift to unload and store materials
• Help maintain our water treatment and RO systems
• Assist with inventory checks and sorting syrups and concentrates
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and GMP guidelines
• Pitch in with preventative maintenance and minor repairs
• Support your team with additional tasks as needed

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 Bring

We’re excited to meet people who are dependable, hardworking, and eager to learn. Here’s what helps you succeed in this role:

• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs regularly and up to 75‑100 lbs occasionally
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Comfort with basic math
• A general understanding of chemicals
• Clear communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer experience (helpful but not required)
• Ability to climb stairs, reach overhead, bend, twist, and stay on your feet
• Willingness to work overtime when needed (up to 64 hours/week)

• 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.

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.

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