Winery Harvest Interns Needed

Santa Maria CA

Description

We are family owned producer of highly acclaimed wines looking for someone to join our production team for the 2021 harvest. The position will begin in August and last through the end of harvest (November or later). Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintaining a clean and safe cellar environment • Assist in receiving and processing fruit • Pumpovers and punchdowns • Sanitization of tanks and equipment • Reliably complete cellar tasks with limited supervision • Follow company procedures and policy • Racking and transferring of juice and wine • Barrel filling, topping, and additions • Able to communicate with winemakers and report any irregularities or equipment issues Requirements: • Strong attention to detail • Ability to accurately follow instructions and take direction • Team oriented with positive attitude • Basic reading, writing and math skills • Prior winery cellar work preferred but not needed • Solid forklift experience a plus • Must be available to work full time including Weekends and Overtime Physical Demands: During the performance of the job the employee will be required to work long durations. Daily tasks will require standing for long periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Given the nature of the job the work environment may occasionally have wet or slippery floors, dangerous chemicals and gasses, loud noises, and cluttered areas of hoses and machinery. The employee must be able to observe good safety practices at all times. Please email a resume and cover letter.