Wis-Pak was founded in 1969 to provide a centralized supply of canned soft drink products to its owners.  A building was constructed in Watertown, Wisconsin, and equipped with a can line. Production began in 1970.

Wis-Pak has since become one of the largest and most successful cooperative companies in the soft drink industry. Wis-Pak is owned by 35 Shareholders, representing 65 Pepsi-Cola franchises. Their 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. The wholly-owned subsidiaries include seven filling plants, a transportation company, a bottled water company, and a company for centralized administration.

In 2004, Wis-Pak formed a majority-owned subsidiary, WP Beverages, LLC, to purchase the Pepsi-Cola franchise operations of Madison, Wisconsin and Rockford, Illinois. Additional franchises acquired by WP Beverages include Iron Mountain, MI (2006), Mitchell, SD (2008), Park Falls, WI (2017), Rock Island, IL (2018), Green Bay, WI (2019), Sault Ste Marie, MI (2022), and Logansport, IN (2022).

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Wis-Pak

Wis-Pak's headquarters in Watertown, WI, United States

Matthew Miklosy

Michael Wrobleski

Shawn Montanio

Chris Osgood

Susan Lenius

The Procurement and Supply Chain team at Wis-Pak is responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, ensuring optimal supply chain operations, and overseeing inventory management across multiple production facilities. This team collaborates closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to maintain cost efficiency and product quality, while also streamlining logistics to support the delivery of soft drink products to various franchises. Their role is crucial in enhancing operational efficiency and meeting the supply demands of Wis-Pak's expansive network.

Procurement and Supply Chain

The Business Operations team at Wis-Pak is responsible for optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the company's supply chain, sales, and operational processes. This team analyzes data, enhances business systems, and manages key accounts to ensure that the cooperative meets its performance goals across its various franchises. By focusing on strategic planning and operational insights, they drive initiatives that support growth and profitability in the highly competitive soft drink industry.

Business Operations

The Human Resources Team at Wis-Pak is responsible for managing employee relations, recruitment, talent acquisition, and benefits administration. They work to create a positive workplace culture, ensure compliance with labor laws, and support the development of talent across the cooperative’s various operations. By aligning HR strategies with organizational goals, they help to foster a motivated and engaged workforce critical to the company’s success in the competitive soft drink industry.

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Wis-Pak

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Teams

Procurement and Supply Chain

Business Operations

Human Resources Team

Offices

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