Grinder

Join the Western Container Hattiesburg team and begin unbottling your potential today! The ever-evolving team is looking for a Grinder to join us. 

For more than 40 years the Western Container team has been ensuring that Cola-Cola Bottlers have the highest quality preforms and bottles available to them. Western Container is a $400 million supplier of PET plastic bottles to the #1 soft drink brand in the world - Coca-Cola. We supply over 5.8 billion bottles and preforms annually to Coke bottlers throughout the western United States.

Our Mission is to maximize value for our Coca-Cola shareholders by providing the lowest cost, high quality and service, and an assurance of supply for them. Our plants are highly automated with new technology being introduced regularly. Our team is highly collaborative and motivated. Together we strive to keep our Core Values of Personal Responsibility, Professional Behavior, Mutual Respect, and Integrity at the forefront of what we do each day.

What to expect as a Grinder

Grinder Technicians play a key role in keeping our production process efficient and sustainable by operating equipment that refines rejected parts to be reintroduced into the manufacturing cycle. You’ll use your attention to detail and problem-solving mindset to monitor for contamination and ensure all materials are processed properly. Forklift operation, basic data recording, and equipment upkeep are part of your daily routine.

We prioritize safety, cleanliness, and organization—expect to work in a fast-paced environment where every team member contributes to a culture of continuous improvement. Training and development are part of our commitment to growing your career. Basic computer and math skills are used regularly to complete paperwork accurately.

Who are you?

Someone looking to grow in a manufacturing role that keeps things moving behind the scenes. A team player with a willingness to jump in and learn. You're motivated, adaptable, and safety-focused. You’re comfortable with physical tasks including standing for prolonged periods, pushing, pulling, or lifting up to 50 pounds, and working 12-hour shifts. You take pride in doing things the right way and understand the value of equipment safety and environmental standards.

High School Diploma or GED preferred; candidates with at least three years of relevant experience with one employer may also be considered.

Ideal candidates have prior experience with forklifts or pallet jacks and are eager to learn how to keep our process flowing smoothly.