Production Staff (Cellars)
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
St. Catharines,
Ontario
JOB SUMMARY
Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery was established with our first vintage in 1988. At that time we were one of a very few estate wineries dedicated to producing premium quality wines made from 100% Ontario grown grapes. Today, Henry of Pelham is a 200K+ case producer in Ontario’s Niagara Peninsula.
An integral part winery process, the incumbent will be involved in all facets of Cellar Operations. The ability to evaluate, problem solve, and a follow direction are central components to winery production. Ideal candidates will have familiarity with operations and use of equipment in production, preferably in a winery environment.
WORK RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Winemaking
Works with: Production Staff (Cellars and Bottling), Lab Staff, Bottling Line Supervisor, Cellar Supervisor
External Relationships: Suppliers (Dry Goods, Gasses, Trucking)
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills
• Detail Oriented, hardworking and enthusiastic
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Reliable with strong manual skills
• Ability to work independently and team oriented
• Good organizational, listening and problem solving skills
Education
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Post-secondary education in Oenology is an asset
Work Experience
• One year experience in cellar operations
• One year forklift operating experience, preferably in a winery/brewery environment
Special Training
• Forklift operators permit
• WHMIS training an asset
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include, but not limited to:
• Responsible for the complete sanitation of winery premise and equipment
• Preparation of wine in cellars, from grape to bottle including crushing, pressing, fermentation, racking, chilling and filtration
• Ensure accurate additions of dry goods to juice/wine are made under the direction of a winemaker
• Capable of lifting 25kg and able to work at heights
• Familiar with Health and Safety legislation policies, procedures and practices
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and within a flexible work schedule (harvest)