Jackson Family Wines

Seasonal Cellar Tech II - Vinwood

Jackson Family Wines  •  $26.50/hr  •  California (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

POSTION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for performing a wide range of indoor and outdoor cellar operations, including operating crush and press equipment, stacking barrels, operating a forklift, filling barrels, and topping wine. The role operates under the general direction and supervision of the Production Manager, Assistant Cellar Manager, Winemaker, and Cellar Foreperson.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
  • Following and observing all safe cellar practices
  • Perform equipment set-up duties
  • Cleaning, sanitizing and sterilizing all winery equipment and facilities
  • Wine and juice transfers, racking, blending, moving hoses and equipment
  • Chemical and nutrient additions to juice and wine
  • Complete understanding of barrel operations: filling, racking, topping
  • Forklift operation, moving barrels and case goods
  • Other duties as assigned by the Production Manager
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS:  
Essential Skills, Experience, and Education  
 
  • Must be able to perform the work assigned with little or no supervision.
  • Must be able to operate a hoist, crusher, press, centrifuge, chiller and filter.
  • May take a lead role during harvest.
  • Must be able to follow and communicate verbal and written safety and work instructions in English.
  • This position requires good reading, writing and basic arithmetic skills.
  • Must be able to work safely around equipment, electrical outlets and procedures.
  • The individual selected for this position must be reliable and possess a good work ethic.
 
Physical Requirements   
 
  • Must be flexible and able to work any shift and overtime as needed, especially during harvest.
  • This position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, climb, push and pull hoses, and move barrels.
  • Regularly lift and carry 50 lbs.
 
 
 
A weekly harvest lunch will be provided.
WAGE TRANSPARENCY 
The base pay for this role ranges from $21.50- $26.50 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.     
 
     
Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.
Jackson Family Wines

About Jackson Family Wines

Jackson Family Wines, based in Sonoma County – in the heart of California’s wine country – is one of the few family-owned and operated winery groups of its kind. Founded in 1983 with a focus on artisanal wines of distinct character and quality, Jackson Family Wines’ portfolio of wineries includes Kendall-Jackson, La Crema, Freemark Abbey, Murphy-Goode, Stonestreet, Matanzas Creek and Cambria (plus many more!), as well as a collection of luxury wineries such as Cardinale, Lokoya and Verite.

Today, the Jackson family carries the formidable legacy of founder Jess Jackson forward to the next generation. We continue to embed our core values of land stewardship, inspired winemaking and a respect for wine at the table into the company’s local and worldwide practices. All of JFW’s wineries reflect a unique quality story steeped in extraordinary vineyards, remarkable artisan winemaking and the dedication of hard working, talented individuals. This philosophy is often called sustainability, but for us it’s all about providing environmental, social and economic benefits that our family, employees and community can all share – now and in the future.

2015 North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work Winner!

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Santa Rosa, California
Year Founded
Unknown
Social Media