Description

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers is a proud member of the B Corp Certified community and one of the fastest-growing wineries in California. With operations in Larkspur, Parlier/Reedley, and Paso Robles, CA, we were founded with a simple idea from our founder, Jeff O’Neill: that great wines should be enjoyed by all. We believe those wines must be of exceptional quality centered around our core belief that doing the right thing for our employees, consumers, partners, and the planet is key to a sustainable future. Our award-winning portfolio of brands delivers on our core values, meeting consumers where they are. These brands include Line 39, Harken Chardonnay, Rabble Wines, Charles Woodson’s Intercept, FitVine Wine, Robert Hall Winery, Allegro Cellars, BrandyLab, and Javelin Vodka.

The Harvest Enologist provides support to the Winemakers leading up to and during the harvest season, typically from August to November. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Grape sampling local vineyards
• Prepare and analyze grape, juice/must, and wine samples
• Assist with the weighing of trucks/receiving of fruit into the cellar
• Assist with winery trials and data collection
• Assist with cellar operations- including cap management, inoculations, and additions
• Interface between winemakers, cellar staff, and lab
• Assist with work orders and the updating of winemaking documents
• Monitor barrel fermentation
• Monitor Micro-Ox Tanks
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or upper-division coursework in Enology or related Science, or Engineering
• Demonstrated interest in winemaking, fermentation science, or food processing
• Previous experience working in the beverage or food processing industry preferred
• Ability to work independently and communicate well
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to work up to six days a week on variable or rotating shifts

CULTURAL BEHAVIORS

O’Neill team members are Forward Thinkers. Hard Working without Drama. Friendly Problem Solvers who work as One Team to Always Deliver.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb stairs and to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work outside in hot or cold weather
• Ability to stand for long periods

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Production offices, laboratory, cellar, and outdoors

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.