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EmployerWis-Pak of Hattiesburg, Inc.
Location Hattiesburg, MS US
PostedMarch 18, 2026

Job Details

Manufacturing Engineer - 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.

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

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

As a key player in our Manufacturing Engineering team, you'll be at the heart of transforming operations across our Hattiesburg, MS and Dyersburg, TN sites, working closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Project Engineering. You'll lead initiatives that reduce downtime, improve material flow, and standardize best practices-making a measurable difference in safety, quality, and delivery.

 

What You'll Do

Team Collaboration

Partner with Engineering & Operations to qualify and implement capital equipment

Support commissioning, training, and stabilization of new projects

Lead problem-solving workshops and train teams in continuous improvement methods

Collaborate with Maintenance to optimize PM schedules and parts inventory

Standards & Playbook Development

Validate and sustain flow line standards for materials, products, people, and equipment

Maintain and improve site Flowmaps (Shikumi)

Create and manage Job Instructions and support TWI training programs

Develop metrics and guidelines for upgrades and new installations

Project & Process Leadership

Drive cross-functional projects aligned with strategic goals

Facilitate Obeya/Flow Room methodology across corporate and site teams

Lead initiatives that enhance safety, quality, cost, and workflow efficiency

Champion our mission, culture, and values every step of the way

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

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.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Proven problem-solving and metric analysis skills

Innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Strong communication and relationship-building abilities

Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)

Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project, and statistical tools (Minitab/SPC)

Willingness to travel up to 50%

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.

If you're driven by innovation, collaboration, and making a lasting impact, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us build smarter, faster, and better systems across our network.

 

Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job #645580

Learn more at https://myjobs.adp.com/wispakcareers/cx

Contact:
2 Wl Runnels Industrial Dr
Hattiesburg, MS US