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Sanitation (2nd Shift) - Hattiesburg, MS

4/4/2026

The Sanitation Operator is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing production lines and equipment to maintain safety and quality standards. They also assist with machine operation, documentation, and general facility maintenance to ensure smooth production flow.

Salary

22.3 - 24.05 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Wis-Pak, Inc. was founded to provide a centralized supply of canned soft drink products to its owners, Pepsi-Cola Franchise bottlers. On June 26, 1969, Watertown, Wisconsin was chosen as the site for a 64,000 square foot facility and Continental Can was selected as the prime supplier of canning equipment. Construction began in September of 1969. Wis-Pak has since become one of the largest and most successful cooperative companies in the soft drink industry with eight filling plants, a transportation company, a beverage brands company and a company for centralized administration. In 1987 Wis-Pak created and launched the first Wis-Pak brand, Klarbrunn Sparkling. First to the market and fresh from the start, Klarbrunn sparkling water paved the way with its simplistic, naturally flavored bubbly water. Since the launch of Klarbrunn Wis-Pak has successfully launched over seven additional brands. The newest brand, BUBBL’R antioxidant sparkling water, is another first to the market better for you beverage filling consumers needs one sip at a time. Wis-Pak is owned by 35 Shareholders, representing 65 Pepsi-Cola franchises. Shareholder franchises cover parts of Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin.
About the Role

Location:

 Hattiesburg, MS

Shift/Work Schedule:

 6:00pm-6:00am, Monday-Sunday availability

Pay range:

 $22.30/hr + $1.75 Shift Differential

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

 

We’re looking for dependable, hands on team members who take pride in keeping operations running safely, smoothly, and cleanly. As a Sanitation Operator, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the quality and safety of our production environment while helping us deliver products our customers trust.

  • Sanitizing production lines and equipment using approved chemicals and tools
  • Disassembling and reassembling machine parts for deep cleaning
  • Operating CIP systems and water systems
  • Keeping work areas—including floors, walls, docks, and common spaces—clean and organized
  • Monitoring machines during start up to ensure proper fill heights, seaming, and product quality
  • Removing defective product and keeping the line supplied with lids
  • Reporting equipment issues and completing required documentation
  • Supporting production as needed, including operating machines or driving forklifts
  • Following all safety, GMP, HACCP, and Food Safety guidelines
  • This role is essential to maintaining the high standards our customers expect—and we’ll give you the training you need to succeed.

 

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

  • Are at least 18 with a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Have experience in manufacturing, food production, or high speed packaging (preferred, not required)
  • Are comfortable using cleaning chemicals and learning CIP processes
  • Can communicate clearly and follow established procedures
  • Have basic math skills and strong attention to detail
  • Can stand/walk for 12 hours and lift/push/pull up to 60 lbs regularly (100 lbs occasionally)
  • Can bend, twist, reach overhead, and work at heights
  • Are able to work in warm environments (80°F+)
  • Can work overtime during busy periods
  • Can pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
  • Experience with forklifts, floor scrubbers, Lockout/Tagout, or hand tools is a plus.
  • 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.

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here

If you’re reliable, hardworking, and ready to grow with a company that values safety, teamwork, and quality, we’d love to hear from you.

 

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.

Key Skills
SanitationMachine operationCIP systemsEquipment maintenanceFood safetyGMPHACCPForklift operationFloor scrubbingLockout/TagoutHand toolsMath skillsAttention to detailCommunicationSafety compliance
Categories
ManufacturingFood & BeverageTradesSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Paid time offMedical coverageDental coverageVision coverageFlexible spending accountsCritical illness coverageAccident coverageLife insuranceShort-term disabilityLong-term disability401(k)Profit sharingParental leaveTuition reimbursementPaid holidays
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