Barrel Cellar Operator II - EW

Women of the Vine & Spirits; Paterson (WA); On-site; USD 23,460 - 30,513; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Wine Discounts

Job summary

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates in Paterson, WA is hiring a Barrel Cellar Operator II responsible for wine processing duties, including monitoring fermentation and equipment operation. This full-time position offers a starting wage of $18.50/hr with the potential for higher pay based on experience.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED and be 21 years of age, with experience in wine processing preferred. The position includes comprehensive health benefits and employee discounts on wine.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in wine processing or related field/industry preferred.
• Ability to follow work orders and written instructions.
• Must be certified or able to be certified in forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operators in setting up equipment and monitoring wine fermentation.
• Operate forklift and scissor lift as needed.
• Support shipping/receiving operations of wine and juice.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Forklift operation

Wine processing experience

Mechanical equipment operation

Strong communication and teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Job description

Ste Michelle Wine Estates

Location: Paterson, WA

Other: Operations

A Barrel Cellar Operator II job in Paterson, WA is available at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE) based out of our Columbia Crest Winery facility. The Barrel Cellar Worker is responsible for the various duties relating to the completion of work orders, safety checks, wine processes, reporting off standards, wash down and clean up, performing specified equipment maintenance, and maintaining work area. This is a full time hourly position. We are hiring for both day and night shift teams.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, and among the largest premium wine companies in the U.S, with roots dating back to 1933. Throughout our 90+ year history, what has remained constant is our unwavering commitment to quality, service to our customers, and connection with our community.

Barrel Cellar Worker II Job Responsibilities

• Assist Operators in setting up equipment and monitoring wine fermentation, pumping product to tanks and barrels, chemical additions and sanitations
• Notify lead of any inventory/equipment shortages and assist in month-end inventory
• Operate forklift and scissor lift as needed
• Perform harvest assignments including shoveling pomace, supporting crush pad operations, and transferring juice between tanks
• Maintain wine tracking system through completion of work orders
• Support shipping/receiving operations of wine and juice
• Maintain positive relationships encouraging strong communication and teamwork

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be 21 years of age (Alcohol)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Minimum of one year experience in wine processing or related field/industry preferred.
• Ability to operate light mechanical equipment
• Ability to bend, squat, stand for long periods, and climb stairs, catwalks and ladders.
• Ability to work extended hours including night shift and during harvest periods.
• Ability to follow work orders and written instructions.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be certified or able to be certified in forklift operation.
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.

Your Compensation

$17.03-22.15/hr. based upon relevant experience.

This position has a starting wage of $18.50/hr.

Benefits Of Working With Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription - eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employee Wine Discounts

Culture At Ste. Michelle

• We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.
• We Care: We put people first - our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.
• We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can accomplish - together - and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a United States Department of Homeland Security website that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.