Wine Production I - Warehouse - Full Time

The starting pay range for this position begins at $19.00/hour and is based on the level of qualifications and relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Please note: This position is located at our Oval Road Warehouse in Arden, NC, and is not based on Biltmore Estate property.

Job Summary:

The Winery Production Staff 1 position will support wine production at the Biltmore Wine Company. Specific assignments may be within and across bottling, the warehouse, and/or the cellar, and can include: order preparation/delivery; invoicing; bottling; wine disgorging; fermentation; crushing; and barrel work. All assignments within the production process must comply with local, state, and federal regulations and should contribute to Biltmore's mission of offering world-class products to guests. The Winery Product Staff 1 position will also provide general assistance and support to the department, leadership, and the company.

Full-time: a position working 35 hours per week.

Schedules can vary but are generally 7 am - 3:30 pm, M-F.

Essential Job Duties:

Warehouse
1. Prepare (build, wrap, and load pallets) and deliver orders.
2. Accurately fill and invoice orders.
3. Fulfill marketing special requests.
4. Assist with end-of-month inventory and reporting.

Bottling
1. Work bottling line
2. Work the Sparkling Wine disgorging line.
3. Clean the bottling area
4. Assist in sanitizing bottling and filtration equipment
5. Movement of inventory

Cellar
1. Assist with crush/harvest equipment
2. Support fermentation and cold stabilization processes
3. Unload tankers.
4. Sample and measure tanker volumes.
5. Top, empty, fill, hydrate, and wash barrels.
6. Clean tanks and cellar

All
1. Keep assigned area clean and organized
2. Assist other departments as needed.
3. Comply with safety measures and procedures.
4. Possess general knowledge of winery equipment and equipment operation.
5. Understand wine-making processes within other departments.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Able to certify on forklift operation.
2. Assist winemakers with other winemaking duties, as needed.
3. Possess basic computer skills.
4. Provide general assistance and support to departmental leadership and the company as required.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma. Additional education, training, and/or certification(s) preferred. Must be able to certify on forklift operation. A combination of education/experience may be considered.
2. Basic knowledge of wine-making, wine warehouse, and/or wine bottling experience strongly preferred.
3. Demonstrated commitment to delivery of world-class internal/external guest service.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to convey information, including technical data, clearly, concisely, and effectively to a variety of audiences.
5. Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills; ability to prioritize work under a deadline and adjust accordingly, as situations change.
6. Ability to be proactive, take initiative, and troubleshoot is essential; good judgment when anticipating and addressing issues.
7. Keen attention to detail with a focus on quality and service.
8. Ability to work as a team player but also independently, if required, in a fast-paced production environment.

Physical Requirements:
1. Must have or be able to obtain forklift certification.
2. Valid driver's license and must be at least 21 years of age.
3. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the shift.
4. Ability to work effectively for 8-hour shifts and overtime as needed.
5. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders to access tanks, machinery, and equipment.
6. Full range of motion and manual dexterity to access and operate equipment; should be
able to bend, squat, crouch, kneel, and reach overhead/below.