The LAB TECHNICIAN position focuses on wine quality control and is a vital member of the winemaking team. Duties include: laboratory analysis of grape juice, must, and wine; organized record keeping in InnoVint winemaking database; evaluating data for trends and flagging deviations for winemakers; preparing trials & tastings; maintaining wine lab equipment & lab supplies inventory.

Essential Functions:

 Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment: arrange for repairs, maintenance, and/or replacement when necessary.

 Prepare and standardize chemicals.

 Plan and execute routine analysis panels efficiently aligning with key junctures of the winemaking process and cellar activities.

 Pull wine samples from tank and barrel in the cellar.

 Perform or out-source detailed physical & chemical analysis monitoring the winemaking process: pre-harvest vineyard maturation (juice), fermentation/vinification, aging & pre/post-bottling; (e.g. sulfur dioxide, acidity (titratable, volatile, malic, pH, etc…), ethanol, sugar (Brix, glucose/fructose)) primarily via auto-titrator, Alcolyzer, FOSS & enzymatic methods.

 Comprehensive data entry into InnoVint winemaking database, as well as reporting deviations and trends within the dataset to winemaking team.

 Support quality control via sensory monitoring: identifying flaws or problems and contributing palate to winemaking team decisions.

 Participate in prescribing additions and preparing work orders for cellar execution.

 Prepare blending and fining trials.

 Maintain clean and organized lab.

 Maintain lab manual.

 Support organization and inventory of enological supplies (physical and within InnoVint database)

Additional Functions:

 Company safety training participation & policy compliance.

Necessary Skills:

 Language: Intermediate English language proficiency required.

 Math: Arithmetic & basic algebra skills as applies to calculating unit conversions, interpreting analysis results and determining add rates.

 Logic: Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic routine, common sense, problem-solving, team collaboration & communication, strong work ethic and a convivial attitude will be valued.

 Computer: Intermediate computer skills: Office suite applications, database adoption receptivity, tidy communication habits, conscientious of data security principles; familiarity with generative AI applications (e.g. ChatGPT) a plus.

Education, Experience, Certificates, Licenses:

 BA or BS degree or 1-2 years relevant experience/training including chemistry coursework w/labs, or combination of education/experience.

Physical Requirements:

 Manual dexterity, as well as gross motor skills & strength (occasionally strenuous) required for navigating a winery environment: lifting & moving 40 lbs, standing, walking & climbing.

Work Environment:

 Indoors (lab & cellar) and occasional outdoor environments will subject worker to significantly variable lighting, temperature, ventilation and/or exposure to the elements.

 Lab & cellar chemical exposure, and moderate noise levels typical of winery equipment will require vigilance & PPE (provided for all workers).

Schedule and Travel Requirements:

 Variable schedule: 40hr/week (weekdays Nov-Jul), with additional weekend day & periodic evenings during the harvest season (~Aug-Oct) when keen flexibility will be essential and appreciated.

 Position may entail occasional offsite errands & duties and travel to related winery sites and vineyards. No overnight travel required.

Boisset Collection is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person