Seasonal Sugar Sampler - Ripon

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages across 120+ brands. With operations in California, New York and Australia, TWG is an innovator in developing and marketing brands beloved by consumers globally, including Cupcake, Franzia, Benziger, Imagery, Tribute, Chloe, Meiomi, Cooks, 7 Deadly, Cooper & Thief, and more. We produce our products using sustainable practices to create delicious beverages that people can feel good about. Visit us at www.thewinegroup.com.


JOB SUMMARY

The Seasonal Sugar Tester reports to the Grower Relations Field Representative and requires significant travel to a wide variety of vineyards. Collecting grape samples and performing basic analysis during the Harvest Season.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collecting Grape Samples at various vineyards.
• Grape Maturity analysis and/or sample preparation.
• Deliver Grape sample to lab daily.
• Vineyard and grape health monitoring.
• Provide support to lab personnel as needed.
• This job description reflects management’s assignment of general functions; it does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience, a plus.
• Basic Math Skills.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must be dependable and work flexible hours and possible Saturdays.
• Must have reliable personal transportation (will be given mileage reimbursement).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof auto insurance.
• Support and model all company procedures and policies.
• Embrace and demonstrate The Wine Group’s Values, Long-Term sustainable Value Creation, Relentlessly Entrepreneurial People and Responsible & Trustworthy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Position requires significant travel between vineyards.
• Must be able to walk and/or drive for long periods of time.
• Employees are exposed to wet or humid conditions.
• Exposed to inclement seasonal weather, summer heat, cold weather, rain.
• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, farming chemicals and fertilizers.
• Ability to perform tasks requires bending, stooping, standing and twisting.
• Primary work activities are an outside environment.

COMPENSATION

• Hourly Pay Rate Posted: $17.50/hr.
• Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, knowledge and abilities, education, and other position-related factors.

At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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