Wine Cellar & Fermentation Operator II

Ste. Michelle Rebrand; Paterson (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Paid vacation

401(k) match

Wine discounts

Job summary

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates in Paterson, WA, is seeking a Barrel Cellar Operator II to support fermentation, pumping, and cleaning tasks in a full-time hourly role. The position covers day and night shifts, with responsibilities including equipment setup, inventory support, and interdepartmental teamwork.

Required is a High School Diploma or GED, ability to lift 50 lbs, and forklift certification. Prior wine processing experience is preferred, along with comfort in varying temperatures and long

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years of age (Alcohol).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varying temperatures.
• Experience in wine processing or related field preferred.
• Must be certified or able to be certified in forklift operation.

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 communication and teamwork.

Skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Temperatures

Follow work orders

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Scissor lift

Job description

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates in Paterson, WA, is seeking a Barrel Cellar Operator II to support fermentation, pumping, and cleaning tasks in a full-time hourly role. The position covers day and night shifts, with responsibilities including equipment setup, inventory support, and interdepartmental teamwork.

Required is a High School Diploma or GED, ability to lift 50 lbs, and forklift certification. Prior wine processing experience is preferred, along with comfort in varying temperatures and long