TITLE: Seasonal Winery Lab Technician / Harvest Help
REPORTS: Edgefield Winemaker
FLSA CLASS: Non-Exempt
The job duties described below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Description of Position:
The Seasonal Winery Lab Technician at Edgefield is a full-time position whose primary job function is to assist winemakers with quality assurance, including processing and analyzing vineyard samples and conducting intake analysis of all incoming fruit. Although predominantly a lab position, the Lab Tech may also be called upon to perform cellar tasks, predominantly involving packaging, fruit processing, punch downs, and/or additions. This position will require lab experience, whether academic or applied, and knowledge of fermentation science. The Lab Technician will be expected to run and maintain the following analysis/equipment: Brix, pH, TA, Malic Acid, RS, Ammonia, PAN, ABV, and SO2.
This position is also responsible for keeping the lab clean, keeping organized lab records, inputting data into the winery database (Vintrace) and updating Excel spreadsheets. This position also requires a motivated individual with a flexible schedule and a willingness to engage in the winemaking process. The lab position is encouraged to partake in winemaking decisions, cellar management, and leadership roles. Each McMenamin employee will be expected to perform their job in a safe manner and report any safety concerns to management. All McMenamins employees will also be expected to come to work ready to have fun, keep current on company events, history, products, and have a commitment to excellent customer service.
Requirements of the Job:
Essential Job Functions:
Most importantly, this job requires a positive attitude, a value for diversity, and a commitment to excellent customer service. Each employee is expected to come to work ready to have fun and be a positive force.
YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
EOE
Novice
Bachelors or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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