About Meier’s:

Meier’s Wine Cellars, Inc., part of the Vintage Wine Estates portfolio, is a growing manufacturer of bulk and packaged wine, beer, spirits and consumer beverages. Meier’s has operated in this space for over 100 years and focuses on the broadening of its portfolio of wines and juices as well as aiding in the growth of start-up and craft companies operating in similar industries. Meier’s services customers in all 50 states as well as countries in Asia, Europe, and South America. It is the oldest and largest winery in Ohio and is dedicated to expanding the breadth and depth of its portfolio, the success of its downstream clients, and the personal and professional growth of its team members.

We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, 401k match, PTO and holiday pay, along with a wellness reimbursement program and even pet insurance. Read more about the below and apply today!

Position Summary:

The Process Sanitation Lead will work closely with the Quality Manager to ensure all beverages contact processing equipment is kept free of possible contamination. Will be using and/or direct the use of chemicals and mechanical processes to successfully complete cleaning processes within the facility. As sanitation lead, an understanding of Sanitation processes is necessary to ensure a clean, safe product is produced, these processes will be reviewed on a regular basis, and continual improvements made to those processes and equipment. Will be a mentor and train team members on proper methods and ensure the effectiveness of the program, therefore strong leadership and communication skills are required.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain effective sanitation program.
• Accurately process sanitation paperwork
• Review and Maintain Sanitation Processes/Machinery
• Leads and trains staff in CIP processes and chemical usage.
• Ensures safe use of chemicals, inventory, MSD, and OSHA safety protocols.
• Ensures bottling and storage tanks are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Maintaining daily cleanliness of Plant Facilities
• Move hoses of more than 50 feet in length according to standards by using a second person for the lift.
• Other duties as assigned by Quality Manager

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Previous experience in the food/beverage manufacturing industries preferred.
• Minimum experience in cleaning and sanitation
• Must have ability to read English and do basic math.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to move hoses of various lengths across the plant to make necessary connections
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

This is a physical job in a winery/production setting that will require long periods of standing, walking, lifting, climbing ladders and the ability to observe others and the work environment. This position may occasionally be exposed to wet or humid conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, outdoor power equipment, chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.

Great opportunity for starting a career in the wine/spirits industry!

Vintage Wine Estates provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.