General Labour / Winery Hands

Arterra Wines Canada; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Full training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Arterra Wines Canada in Niagara Falls is seeking three temporary General Labour / Winery Hands to start Sept 1, 2026. This seasonal role lasts about three months and offers competitive wages and flexible hours to accommodate harvest.

You will operate a range of bottling and production equipment, maintain product flow, stock materials, and perform routine quality checks while following safety and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, packaging, or winery ops is an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude to learn production equipment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate bottling, packaging, and production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain smooth flow of production through lines and grape processing.
• Stock lines with glass, packaging materials, and components.
• Perform quality inspections and document findings.
• Assist with line changeovers and equipment prep.
• Support harvest and peak production activities.
• Maintain cleanliness of production areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description: Why Join Arterra Wines? At Arterra Wines Canada, we aim to inspire the simple joys of life, and we come to work every day with a shared passion to build wine brands people love. As a pioneer in the Canadian wine industry with 150 years of experience, our success is driven by our people. We work together with integrity and pride, striving to reach our fullest potential every day, and we're looking for people who do the same. We are hiring three (3) temporary General Labour / Winery Hands that are anticipated to start on September 1, 2026. This is a seasonal role that is anticipated to last three (3) months subject to business needs.

Who You Are:

• A Self-Motivated & Determined Worker. Possesses a strong work ethic and genuine passion for wine.
• A Punctual & Proactive Team Player. Consistently punctual and organized, with excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with the winemaking team and go above and beyond to get the job done.
• Eager & Enthusiastic to Learn. Approaches every task with a willingness to learn new techniques and procedures and isn't afraid to ask questions to deepen their understanding.
• Detail-Oriented & Safety-Focused. Understands that cleanliness is paramount in quality winemaking and takes pride in maintaining a spotless environment and follow safety protocols.

Role Overview:

• Operate a variety of wine bottling, packaging, and production equipment safely and efficiently while ensuring quality standards are achieved.
• Maintain a continuous flow of product to optimize bottling, packaging, and incoming grape processing operations.
• Ensure production lines are stocked with the appropriate glass, packaging materials, and components to support uninterrupted production runs.
• Perform routine quality inspections throughout the production process and accurately document findings in accordance with company procedures.
• Monitor equipment and production processes, identifying and reporting any quality, safety, or operational concerns.
• Assist with production line changeovers, setup adjustments, and equipment preparation as required.
• Support grape receiving and handling activities during harvest and peak production periods.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of production areas, equipment, and workstations.
• Adhere to all food safety, quality assurance, workplace safety, and standard operating procedures.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production targets and operational objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, packaging, food and beverage production, winery operations, or a related environment is considered an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn production equipment operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to accurately complete inspections and production documentation.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to established company requirements.
• Ability to work in a production environment that may involve varying temperatures, noise, and exposure to winery and packaging operations.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or extended hours during harvest and peak production periods, as required.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Competitive wages.
• Creative incentive programs.
• Flexible hours.
• Full training and exciting long-term career opportunities.
• Fun culture and environment.
• Wine education, training, and tastings.
• An organization that cares about Corporate Social Responsibility.

Compensation:

• Budgeted Range - $18.50/hr. to $25.50/hr. The budgeted range will align with qualifications, including experience, education, training, licenses, certifications, and other business and organizational requirements.

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs. Our mission is simple - to build brands people love. In fact, seven of the top 20 brands in Canada are proudly part of the Arterra Wines Canada family: Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino and Kim Crawford. We have more than 140 years of experience in the Canadian wine industry, with five estate wineries across the country and over 1,700 acres of premium vineyards. We have our pulse on viticulture and its latest innovations and most importantly, an understanding of what Canadian consumers are looking for in a bottle of wine. We own and operate 164 Wine Rack retail stores in Ontario and sell wine kits and products for winemaking through our RJS Craft Winemaking business.