Racker Blender Trainee

Req ID: 6649 

Department: Winemaking 

Status: Reg F-T Non-Exempt, Nonexempt  

Location: Lodi, California (US-CA)  

Workplace Location:  On-Site

Job Summary:

To assist with or accurately perform any routine winemaking tasks as delegated by and in accordance with the verbal or written direction of the Winemaking management staff.

Essential Functions:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

 

• Certified in the transfer, racking or blending of wines and juices
• Assist in the filtration of wines and juices
• Barrel related activities: moving barrels, filling, emptying, topping, additions
• Certified to clean and/or sterilize tanks, hoses, pumps, and other related winemaking equipment
• Assist in the treatment of wines and juices with fining agents and/or cellar chemicals as directed
• Help to maintain general cleanliness and good sanitation in wine processing area
• Certified in the preparation of cellar chemicals and fining agents
• Certified to clean and maintain wood barrels and tanks
• Proficient and consistent in all basic cellar work
• Use forklift to move equipment and chemicals/fining agents as needed
• Completion and comprehension of safety trainings assigned

• Responsible for understanding the Food Safety and Quality Management System and related activities, including SQF standards

• Food Safety Responsibility: Report problems with the food safety management system to supervisor
• Familiarity with ISO Quality Systems

Qualifications:

• Education:  High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience:  Minimum 3 years full time cellar experience or equivalent
• Good observation and communication skills (written and verbal) essential
• Attention to detail and ability to follow through with assignments and projects
• Ability to accurately carry out written and verbal instructions
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a "team player”
• Ability to work in a safe, efficient and cooperative manner
• Valid California driver’s license and ability to maintain a clean DMV record
• Ability to perform regular strenuous physical work
• Ability to operate all winery process machinery in an efficient, safe and sanitary manner 
• Ability to respond to frequently changing production pressures
• Some computer literacy required

Working Conditions:

• Moderate to heavy physical work
• Work site may be any one of Trinchero Family Estates’ facilities
• Standing for long periods of time (8 hours per day)
• Must comply with all safety procedures and equipment requirements including respirator, ear plugs and safety glasses
• Exposure to various chemicals in production areas
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