Laboratory and Admin Technician

Tawse Winery is a family-owned, certified organic winery nestled on the Niagara Escarpment. With over 100 acres of estate vineyards and a commitment to excellence, our portfolio features world-class Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Cabernet Franc—as well as a substantial traditional method sparkling wine program. We also craft wines for our sister winery, Redstone, and together produce around 30,000 cases annually.

We’re seeking a full-time Laboratory and Admin Technician to join our production team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a mix of curiosity, organizational skills, and a calm, adaptable mindset. If you’re excited by both hands-on technical work and helping things run smoothly behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.

Schedule

January to August: Mon–Thurs 8am–5pm, Friday 8am–12pm
Harvest (typically Sept–Dec): Extended hours and up to 6 days/week

Compensation & Benefits

• $21-25 per hour, based on experience
• Health and dental coverage through our group benefits plan
• Overtime pay after 44 hours
• Work with an award-winning team committed to sustainability and innovation

Key Responsibilities

Lab Work

• Run and interpret analysis on juice by wet chemistry, spectrophotometer, and our Anton Paar Lyza
• Prepare and perform winemaking trials (fining, blending, stabilization, etc.)
• Monitor fermentations and perform sampling and analysis at all winemaking stages
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment; ensure lab cleanliness and organization
• Document results, report trends or concerns to the winemaking team
• Enter and manage data within our winemaking software
• Prepare samples for VQA, tasting panels, and other projects as required

Administrative Support

• Manage winemaking software (Vinsight or similar), ensuring accurate data entry and tracking
• Support winemaker with awards submissions, and compliance documentation
• Create and maintain technical sheets and product documentation
• Help coordinate bottling and packaging requirements as needed
• Take on additional projects to help streamline production and reduce administrative workload for the winemaking team

What We Value in This Role

• Adaptability. Our production schedule is dynamic, and priorities can shift with little notice. Flexibility and a calm, solutions-oriented mindset are essential.
• Attention to detail. Precision in data entry, equipment calibration, lab work and cleanliness is critical.
• Strong communication. This role supports multiple team members, so clear, collaborative communication is key to staying aligned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in winemaking, food science, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in a winery or food/beverage lab preferred
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation and data entry
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, winemaking software, data management)
• Comfortable lifting 20kg and working on your feet
• Willingness to work longer hours and weekends during harvest
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside locally

To Apply

Please email your resume, a brief note of interest, and the names and contact information for two references to j.otting@tawsewinery.ca. Reference letters are not required.