Production Coordinator Jobs

Company Description

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is located in the Paso Robles region of California's Central Coast. We operate with a desire to make world class wines that reflect the unique soils and climate of the area. We take great pride in making Bordeaux-style blends and single varietals, combining Old World tradition with New World techniques.

The JUSTIN Production team is seeking a knowledgeable Production Coordinator who understands all aspects of the winemaking process. Under the direction of the Enologist, they will be responsible for writing and reviewing all work orders, coordinating the topping and daily schedule with acute attention to detail, and sharing quality control concerns from lab analysis. This individual will play an integral role within a small team, responsible for workflow communication between the winemaking team, detailed work packages to the cellar, and coordination between all departments to ensure all cellar processing requirements and general protocols are scheduled and documented. The Production Coordinator works well in a fast-paced collaborative team environment and is able to communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders.

This position will be based in Paso Robles at our Wisteria Lane location. The work schedule for this position is Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, with the exception of harvest season (August to November) when overtime and weekend work may be required.

• Write work orders in the winemaking ERP software for cellar operations under direction of the winemaking team and daily production schedule
• Provide daily updates to the weekly plan and works cooperatively with winemaking team to meet Production Department's goals
• Develop and analyze KPI’s related to cellar operations to identify progress, fluctuations, and issues from KPI results
• Review and process completed work orders to ensure that they balance, and all necessary information is recorded, along with lot #s for chemicals used in the winemaking ERP system
• Participates in team efforts and perform additional administrative duties as needed
• Communicate conflicts and changes based upon production plan and addresses to the winemaking team any changes or corrections to work orders or schedule
• Maintain monthly inventory in ERP software of chemicals and cellar supplies

Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office Programs (Office Suite, Word, Teams), Excel and winery management software
• Proven attention to detail and excellent organizational and documentation skill
• Ability to embrace transparency, collaboration, and change
• Verbal and written communication in English, Bilingual (English, Spanish) is a plus
• Ability to compose concise and effective communication
• Must be able to perform basic calculations and assemble data in spreadsheets and charts/graphs
• B.S. in Enology/Viticulture or related field preferred, or equivalent related work experience
• 1-2 years of experience in winery operations

Pay Range: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Company prioritizes wellness through its Wonderful NOW (Nourish Our Wellness) initiative, which provides a robust suite of wellness offerings such as access to mental health resources and life coaching, employee community groups, cash rewards for healthy habits, and on-demand fitness videos.
• Competitive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Vision, Dental and 401k with match eligibility
• Wonderful Giving (wonderfulgiving.com) - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
• Companywide problem solving and continuous improvement training

Located in Paso Robles, JUSTIN® Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1981 and is known for crafting world- class wines using Bordeaux grape varieties, including the iconic ISOSCELES® blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Vineyard estate, located at 11680 Chimney Rock Road, features a Tasting Room, luxury five-star accommodations at the JUST Inn®, and a Restaurant—making it one of the only wineries on the Central Coast to offer all three options. In September 2018, a new second location, the JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room opened introducing an expansive wine-tasting bar, lounge, and a full dining room that’s situated prominently on the square along Downtown City Park in the heart of Paso Robles. In addition to its stellar hospitality, JUSTIN consistently receives top honors around the world, establishing itself as a leader in New World Bordeaux-style winemaking. JUSTIN wines are available through discerning fine wine retailers and restaurants throughout the United States, or directly from the Winery via JUSTIN’s Tasting Room, online store or to members of the exclusive JUSTIN Wine Society wine club. To discover more about JUSTIN, visit www.justinwine.com.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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