Cellar Assistant I

Oliver Winery; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver Winery in Bloomington, IN is seeking a Cellar Assistant Level I to join our Winemaking team. The role supports daily winemaking activities and works primarily in the cellar.

Candidates should have an associate degree or equivalent, be over 21, able to lift 50 lbs, and thrive in a team environment. The position is full-time with benefits and requires color vision and good sensory skills for wine evaluation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly.
• Over 21 years of age and color vision required.

Responsibilities

• Assist winemaking team in daily activities.
• Work mainly in winemaking but may assist in other departments as needed.
• Perform winemaking tasks per standard operating procedures.
• Master SOPs for Cellar Assistant Level I in General Movements/Operations, In Tank Procedures, Safety & Security and Wine Additions.
• Additional duties, as assigned by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Safety consciousness

Wine interest

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At Oliver Winery, we have the #2 tasting room in the country, as awarded by Newsweek Magazine, and are in the top 30 wineries in the U.S. We are looking for someone to join our cellar/winemaking team to help great our delicious, fruit-forward wines. The Cellar Assistant Level I works as a member of our Winemaking team, assisting in daily winemaking activities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the winemaking team in daily activities.
• Works mainly in winemaking, but may be required to help in other departments as needed.
• Performs winemaking tasks according to standard operation procedures.
• Works to master Standard Operating Procedures for Cellar Assistant Level I in General Movements/Operations, In Tank Procedures, Safety & Security and Wine Additions based on aptitude and winery needs.
• Additional duties, as assigned by the Management.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of an associate’s degree or equivalent combination of coursework and work history.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be able to be insured on companyvehicles.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 or more lbs. for extended periods of time.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Be able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• A strong interest in wine and winemaking.
• Due to the nature of our business, must be over 21 years of age.
• Due to the nature of this position, employee must be able to taste, smell and see (must have colorvision).

SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:

• Detail oriented and focus on safety.
• Perform tasks with thoughtful attention to detail that enhances/ensures wine quality, efficiency and safety.
• Work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Accept direction and constructive feedback from others.
• Communicate and work with customers and employees at all levels (Oliver executives and those fromoutside companies, fellow managers, customers, and part time production staff).

In addition, all successful winery employees will be able to:

• Use your attitude and effort to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Be thoughtfully engaged and do your best work. Every day.
• Model the winery values: Get Stuff Done, Respect People, Expect Quality, and Think Differently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: This is a physical job in a winery/production setting that will require long periods of standing, walking, lifting, climbing ladders and steps, operating complicated machinery and the ability to observe others and the work environment. This position requires the ability to work on catwalks with a safety restraint. Specific abilities required by this job include color vision and the ability to taste and smell.

TYPICAL SCHEDULE: Position is full-time with benefits. Typical schedule will be Monday-Friday but is dependent on time and work load.

FLSA Classification: Full-Time Non-Exempt.

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