Quality Assurance Lead - Watertown, WI

Quality Assurance Lead - Watertown, WI Wis-Pak, Inc. life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing United States, Wisconsin, Watertown 860 West St (Show on map) May 05, 2026

Location:

Watertown, WI Shift/Work Schedule:

5:30am-6:00pm, Saturday-Monday Pay range: $26.60/hr 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 We're looking for a Lead Quality Assurance Technician who's ready to step into a key role supporting our commitment to safe, consistent, highquality products.

In this position, you'll work closely with our Quality Assurance Supervisor and Shift Supervisor to keep daily operations running smoothly. You'll be a goto resource for your team-coaching, coordinating, problemsolving, and ensuring our standards are met with care and consistency.

What You'll Do:

You'll play a vital role in maintaining product quality, supporting your team, and keeping our facility running at its best.

Your daytoday work will include:

Inspecting, testing, and troubleshooting complex product quality issues Coordinating and assigning daily tasks to QA staff, ensuring clarity and efficiency Training and mentoring team members while monitoring performance Pitching in wherever needed-whether it's rework, cleaning, or improvement projects Documenting issues, solutions, and shifttoshift communication Maintaining lab equipment, chemical inventory, and supply orders Supporting system evaluations and recommending improvements Inspecting and testing water treatment systems Maintaining a clean, safe workspace and upholding GMP, HACCP, and sanitation standards Monitoring and maintaining wastewater treatment Communicating effectively with supervisors and managers across the plant Stepping in to perform technician or blender duties when 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 looking for someone who is both technically skilled and peoplefocused.

The ideal candidate has:

A high school diploma (or equivalent) plus technical training in microbiology or chemistry At least five years of experience working with products, equipment, and production processes Strong communication skills and the ability to train, guide, and motivate others A working knowledge of water treatment processes A proactive mindset and a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled