Conn Creek Winery is a luxury winery that is proud to call St. Helena and Napa Valley our home. We make a collection of distinctive wines, and as a result are a force for gatherings and conversations to serve the well-being of our consumers, our communities, and our land. This approach has resulted in our ability to offer consumers outstanding and distinctive wines from one of the best regions in world.
What you will do:
Complete all stages of barrel work: Steaming, washing, filling, stir and top, gassing and barrel placement.
Complete work orders fully with tank measurements, gallons, intro to cellar calculations and sign off.
Perform the following tasks: Move, rack, blend, fine, filter, and complete additions to wine.
Work all positions on bottling line: Dump, Stack and Pack.
Lead crush basic operation tasks: Shoveling pomace, sorting fruit, additions, pump overs and barrel rolling.
Operate a forklift - Intro to full and empty barrel movements.
Some knowledge of wine faults and ability to recognize as such.
Assist with wine filtrations.
Intro to scale master operations.
Perform all job functions in strict adherence to company Health and Safety protocols, and in accordance with quality control standards and standard operating procedures.
Assist in training Cellar II and Interns.
Work in both indoors and outdoors where temperatures will dramatically vary depending on season.
Exposed to various noise levels, some levels may be moderate to loud.
Work on various form of equipment or locations, such as catwalks, ladders, and/or scissor lifts.
What you will bring:
Physical Requirements:
Full body mobility: Ability to stand; walk; sit; use tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, kneel.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Regularly required to roll, move, and/or lift 60-gallon empty wine barrels when needed.
Must be 21 years of age.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to read and understand all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Ability to accurately calculate figures.
Ability to follow work orders and written instructions.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Valid Driver's License.
Must be able to be certified in forklift and scissor lift operation.
Ability to work nights and/or weekends during the harvest season or as business requires.
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within changing priorities with enthusiasm.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Two to four years of previous wine or beverage production experience.
History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.
Who you are:
You are curious and continuously learn and grow your capabilities.
You respect and value the power of conversation to bring people together, learn and tackle problems.
You value inclusion and work to build an environment where everyone feels encouraged and every voice is heard.
You are innovative and have the courage to pursue new insights.
You make an impact by being ambitious and taking action.
We believe in developing the leadership skills of our employees by providing opportunities for training, development and advancement.
In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health insurance, participation in our 401k programs and incentive compensation programs.
Conn Creek Winery is part of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates; we are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
