Lab Technician Manager

Lab Technician Manager

Job Type: Seasonal and Part Time

Location: Yokayo Wine Company, 301 W Lake Mendocino Dr, Ukiah, CA

Job Summary:

To perform analysis of wine and grape components.

Essential Functions:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job, but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

·      Ability to understand and comply with all safety requirements

·      Obtain wine samples from tanks and juice samples from grape trucks

·      Perform pH, TA, brix and nutritional analyses on grape and juice samples

·      Responsible for analysis on wine tanks, bottled wine, and wines in storage

·      Work safely and maintain a clean work station

·      Grape sampling and testing

·      Generate analytical results accurately and efficiently

·      Perform wine analyses using equipment

·      Chemical preparation (acids, bases, buffers, reference standards)

·      Responsible for understanding the Food Safety and Quality Management System and related activities, including SQF standards

·      Food Safety Responsibility: Report problems with the food safety management system to supervisor

·      Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

·      Education: An Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Enology, Chemistry or similar Science preferred

·      Experience: Lab courses or familiarity with winemaking a plus

·      Good interpersonal skills, proven ability to communicate effectively and work well with other employees

·      Ability to follow instructions and take direction

·      Valid California’s Driver’s license and clean DMV report

Working Conditions:

·      Moderate to heavy physical work

·      Standing for long periods of time (8 hours per day)

·      Must comply with all safety equipment requirements including ear plugs and safety glasses

·      Exposure to various chemicals in production areas

·      Exposure to machinery, forklifts and related production equipment

·      Long and irregular hours during peak periods

·      Extensive walking and lifting of up to 40 pounds

Salary Range: $21.00 – $24.00

The starting pay will be based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, training, education and geographic location.

Contact: Dave Rosenthal

  General Manager/ Director of Winemaking

             (707) 463-3366

             dave@yokayowineco.com  

Yokayo Wine Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Yokayo Wine Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.