Seasonal Cellar Associate

A Seasonal Cellar Associate job in Walla Walla, Washington is available at Spring Valley Winery with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). Under supervision of our winemaking team, you will perform varied tasks in the production of wine. The work is primarily focused on tasks involving tasks for harvest; sanitation, cleaning tanks, pump-overs, etc. There are 2 seasonal full-time positions, which typically start in early September and continue through mid November (depending on harvest).

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, and among the largest premium wine companies in the U.S, with roots dating back to 1933. Throughout our 90 year history, what has remained constant is our unwavering commitment to quality, service to our customers, and connection with our community. We are proud that our award-winning wines farmed in Oregon and Washington are an expression of all the best things about the Pacific Northwest — the spirit of people, the abundance of the land, and the excellence-driven culture. Our distinctive portfolio of wines, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard, are enjoyed across the U.S. and distributed in over 100 countries.

Seasonal Cellar Associate job responsibilities include:

• Assist in all harvest cellar activities including:  
  • Winery Sanitation – cleaning equipment, wine tanks, and hoses
  • Fruit receival, sorting and processing
  • Operation and cleaning of crush equipment
  • Punch downs and Pump Overs
  • Racking and Wine Transfer
  • Barrel filling, topping, stirring, and racking
  • Draining tanks, digging out pomace, and pressing pomace
  • Other tasks as necessary
• Maintain the highest level of sanitation in production work areas
• Maintain a positive relationship encouraging strong communication and teamwork.

Position Requirements:

• Previous harvest winery experience preferred, but not required
• Must be 21 years or older
• Ability to work extended and irregular hours during peak harvest periods on various shifts.
• Ability to work in cold and wet conditions.
• Ability to lift 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to bend, squat, stand for long periods, and climb stairs, catwalks and ladders.
• Ability to meeting safety requirements and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to carry out direction both verbally and/or in written form
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be certified or able to be certified in forklift operation.
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.

Your Compensation: 

$18.85/hr - $24.50/hr. based on upon relevant experience.

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth.  We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

Culture at Ste. Michelle:

• We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.
• We Care: We put people first – our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.
• We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can’t accomplish – together – and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.  For more information, see the EEOC's "Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law" poster.  

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