Cellar Assistant I

Oliver Wine Company Inc; Bloomington (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver Winery is seeking a Cellar Assistant Level I to join the Winemaking team in Bloomington. You will assist in daily winemaking activities, work primarily in the cellar, and support other departments as needed to ensure quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, maintaining safety standards, and performing additional duties as assigned by management. Candidates should have a strong interest in wine and be able to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Must have an associate’s degree or equivalent combination of coursework and work history.
• Must be over 21 years of age and able to taste, smell and see (color vision).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insured on company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assists the winemaking team in daily activities.
• Works mainly in winemaking, but may help in other departments as needed.
• Performs winemaking tasks according to standard operating procedures.
• Follows general operations, safety and wine additions SOPs as directed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Detail oriented

Safety awareness

Able to work with minimal supervision

Color vision

21+ age

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Job description

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

• 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 andsafety
• 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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