Seasonal General Winery Worker - Soledad

At The Wine Group we are passionate about our people, our future and our wine. We are America’s second largest wine producer by volume with over 1,200 employees globally across 12 locations in California, New York and Australia. We are proud to be responsible for many of America’s most beloved wine brands, including Cupcake, Franzia, Chloe, Concannon, Benziger, Imagery, AVA Grace, 7 Deadly and more. We are dedicated to our culture built on values like entrepreneurialism, innovation, social responsibility and stewardship. To learn about us and our career opportunities, check us out at www.thewinegroup.com and then come join the exciting journey at The Wine Group.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Cellar Supervisor, the Seasonal General Winery Worker is responsible for general winery work that includes hooking grape trucks, sanitizing tanks, hoses, pipelines, general cleaning, and any other winery related tasks. Ideal candidates have experience doing general or manual labor involving consistent heavy lifting and are motivated and work well in teams. Seasonal position from appx. Late August through October or November. Come join our harvest team!
**Additional Stay Pay Bonus opportunity for staying the entire harvest season!**
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform general housekeeping and cleaning tasks (e.g. sweeping, scooping up debris, pulling weeds, using a shovel, using water hoses for wash-down of grounds or buildings, using painting equipment, power washer, etc.)
• Operate cleaning equipment and tools to clean cellar floors, walls, tank pads, outside and inside of tanks, and walkways
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Sweep or rake winery floors, grounds and dispose of all trash and place in the proper disposal area
• Manipulate tank lids to ensure proper opening and closing of tank tops for cellar operations
• Scrub pumps, fittings and miscellaneous equipment parts as needed
• Operate harvest-related equipment safely, as directed by team leader or foreman

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 - 2 years of general winery worker experience preferred, OR general labor experience involving consistent heavy lifting in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Must be flexible with shift schedule
• Must be 18 or older at time of hire
• Ability to multitask, work independently and with a team in a fast-paced, high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Prioritize while able to adapt to changing priorities
• Must have an excellent safety, work performance and attendance record
• Operation of basic hand tools
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, work effectively in team/crew environment, adherence to all safety regulations and operating procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Employee is exposed to wet or humid conditions
• Must be able to repeatedly lift and carry weights up to 60 pounds at varying frequencies with equipment
• Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, and twisting in a production environment
• Exposed to inclement seasonal weather, summer heat, cold weather, rain
• Position will be exposed to indoor and outdoor environments with varying noise levels

COMPENSATION

• Hiring Hourly Rate Posted: $18.00/hr

At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to an environment of mutual respect, diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.