Jackson Family Wines

Seasonal Cellar Technician - Copain Wines

Jackson Family Wines  •  $25/hr  •  Healdsburg, CA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Join the Copain Wines Team for Harvest 2026! Perched on a hillside overlooking the bucolic Russian River Valley, Copain specializes in vineyard designate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah. Founded in 1999, Copain, meaning ‘friend’ or ‘buddy’ in French, embodies our philosophy that wine enhances life’s most joyous occasions, and is an experience best shared with friends and family. Sourced from cool climate vineyards in Mendocino, Monterey, and Sonoma counties, the Copain portfolio consists of appellation and vineyard designate wine offerings. Traditional French winemaking practices have long inspired these wines, resulting in Copain’s signature style of restrained, elegant wines.    Under the supervision of the Winemakers, this harvest position will perform routine cellar duties.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES: Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 
  • Follow and observe all safe cellar practices.
  • Sanitation in all areas, including facility and equipment.
  • Responsible for set-up of equipment.
  • Grape handling.
  • Wine transfer, racking and blending.
  • Complete understanding of barrel operations, racking, filling, and topping.
  • Operate all harvest equipment, presses, hoppers, conveyor systems, must pumps and hoists.
  • Forklift operation, barrels, and case goods.
  • Other duties as assigned.
 JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Previous winery experience welcomed, but not required.
  • Individual selected for this position must be reliable, possess a good work ethic, and positive attitude.
  • In addition, individuals in this position must be able to follow verbal and written instruction.
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis; work standing up and walk on concrete surfaces for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to work any shift and overtime as needed.
  • Proof of ability to work in the United States is required.  
 WAGE TRANSPARENCY: The base pay for this role ranges from $20 - $25 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.

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Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Santa Rosa, California
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
jacksonfamilywines.com
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