Worker, General Winery - Saint Helena - Constellation Brands

Description

Job Description

At Constellation Brands, we're passionate producers of iconic beer, wine and spirits brands that consumers love. Our portfolio includes Corona Extra, Robert Mondavi Wines, The Prisoner Wine Co., and SVEKDA Vodka, with sales in nearly 100 countries.

Harvest Cellar Worker

We're seeking temporary Harvest Cellar Workers to participate in hands-on learning in the wine industry. This role runs from August to November, working alongside cellar staff in grape and wine processing and finishing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Clean, sanitize and sterilize equipment, apply general housekeeping practices, carry out reductive handling/Non-Oxidative techniques, carry out shoveling tanks, measuring and calculating routine workplace data.
• Carry out product transfer operations, operate the red fermenter pump over or punch down equipment, carry out bulk wine shipping and receiving operations, prepare and make additions/finings and SO2 adds.
• Assist with operating chilling and warming equipment.
• Perform fermentation support operations.
• Apply correct wine sampling techniques and assist with tracking and wine quality.
• Carry out inert gas handling in transfer processes.
• MAY ASSIST WITH OPERATING THE CRUSH EQUIPMENT.
• May work with lab personnel to test samples and track daily routine analysis on wines and juices.
• Follow safe operating procedures, support safety programs and policies to safeguard personal safety, company property, environmental and team member's safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Some production experience in cellar, operations, processing or related is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision when required
• Good communication skills – oral and written

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Work outdoors/indoors
• Work in warm/cold climates
• Work in high places
• Work on wet surfaces
• Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals
• Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic
• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Possibility of weekend work, late shift, and/or long hours

This role requires ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is an entry-level position that will provide training and development opportunities within the winery environment.