Seasonal Skilled Winery Worker

Jackson Family Wines; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 end of season bonus potential

Harvest Lunches

Paid Health Time

Wine tastings

Wine discounts!

Job summary

Jackson Family Wines in McMinnville, Oregon, is seeking Harvest crew for the 2026 season to support our winemaking team from grape reception through bottling. You will work alongside our full-time staff in a fun, educational environment with opportunities to grow your skills during harvest.

We value diversity and enthusiasm. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, work varied shifts including weekends, and communicate effectively in English. Legal US work eligibility is required to join our team.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 previous harvest experiences.
• Able to work in a fast-paced team environment with a sense of pride in your work.
• Harvest and beverage production experience is desirable.
• Some forklift experience is highly desired.
• Must be able to work varying shifts and overtime, including weekends, during peak harvest season.
• Must be able to communicate in English effectively.
• Must be able to work in the US with legal transportation.
• Great attitude and passion for beverages.

Responsibilities

• Forklifting – unloading and loading fruit, safely driving barrels.
• Harvest duties – sorting, destemming, pressing, etc.
• Additions – yeast, acid, nutrients, etc.
• Barrel work – cleaning, steaming, filling, emptying, and topping.
• Tank work - racking, transferring/blending both juice and wine.
• Sampling – obtain grape, juice, and/or wine samples.
• Bottling – assist with bottling if needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and staff.
• Cleaning of equipment and facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Harvest experience

Team player

English communication

Shift flexibility

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Jackson Family Wines - McMinnville is a state-of-the-art, medium-sized winery situated in the heart of the Willamette Valley. Committed to the pursuit of winemaking excellence, we specialize in crafting ultra-premium Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sparkling Wines sourced from our LIVE-certified estates across the region. Our portfolio includes wines for renowned brands such as La Crema, Big Salt, Siduri Wines, as well as a selection of luxury custom crush clients.

We are in search of diverse, passionate, and enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic team for the upcoming 2026 harvest season. As a member of our harvest team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our full-time winemaking team, contributing to every facet of the harvest process. Whether you're embarking on your first harvest or bring seasoned expertise to the table, we strive to cultivate a fun, inclusive, and educational environment where all our team members can thrive and grow.

Our winery is conveniently located just outside of McMinnville, Oregon, approximately one hour southwest of Portland.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Under the general direction of the cellar manager and winemaking staff, this position will give the chance to lead in the following duties:

• Forklifting – unloading and loading fruit, safely driving barrels
• Harvest duties – sorting, destemming, pressing, etc.
• Additions – yeast, acid, nutrients, etc.
• Barrel work – cleaning, steaming, filling, emptying, and topping
• Tank work - racking, transferring/blending both juice and wine
• Sampling – obtain grape, juice, and/or wine samples
• Bottling – help with bottling if need arises
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and other staff
• Cleaning of both equipment and facility
• Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Essential Skills and Experience

• Must have at least 2 previous harvest experiences.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment and have a sense of pride in your work.
• Previous harvest and beverage production experience is desired but not required. Some forklift experience is highly desired.
• Must be able to work varying shifts and overtime, including weekends, as needed, particularly during the peak of the harvest season.
• Must be able to communicate in English effectively.
• Must be able to work in the US and have legal transportation.
• A great attitude and passion for beverages goes a long way!

Physical Requirements

• This position required continuous walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling
• Ability to reach with hands and arms, fine manipulation, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• May occasionally include enclosed spaces and heights

WAGE TRANSPARENCY

The base pay for this role ranges from $23.50 - $26.00 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.

BENEFITS

• $500 end of season bonus potential
• Harvest Lunches
• Paid Health Time
• Wine tastings
• Wine discounts!

Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.