Oenologist (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Frind Winery Ltd. (http://www.frindwinery.com)

  West Kelowna, British Columbia

 

About Frind Estate Winery

Established in 2017 with the purchase of the historic Bennett property in West Kelowna, Frind Estate Winery blends agriculture with technological opportunity. Markus Frind’s family has a farming history spanning 500 years, both in Germany and northern BC. After the successful sale of plentyoffish.com, Markus is focusing his efforts on pairing technology with agriculture to produce terroir-driven British Columbia wines of exceptional quality.

 

Company Operating Name: Frind Estate Winery Ltd.

Business Address: 3725 Boucherie Rd, West Kelowna BC. V4T 0A8

Position: Oenologist

Job Duties:

·         Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a manufacturing establishment or the operations or production department of a manufacturing establishment

·         Develop and implement plans to efficiently use materials, labour and equipment to meet production targets

·         Plan and manage the establishment of departmental budget

·         Develop production schedules and maintain an inventory of raw materials and finished products

·         Plan and implement changes to machinery and equipment, production systems and methods of work

·         Bench chemistry, as well as instrumentation, is used to fulfill the testing requirements.

·         Direct quality control inspection system and develop production reporting procedures

·         Develop equipment maintenance schedules and recommend the replacement of machines

·         Manages wine process operations as assigned including but not limited to; management of wine temperature, sulfur dioxide and barrels.

·         Hire, supervise and train or oversee training of employees in the use of new equipment or production techniques.

·         Executes special projects and other assignments related to production winemaking.

 

Terms of Employment: Permanent

Language of Work: English

Wage: $36.00 per hour

Benefits: Group Insurance Benefits provided by Desjardins

Location: West Kelowna, BC.

Contact Information

Deborah Steiger

Phone: 250.212.3662

3725 Boucherie Rd, West Kelowna. V4T0A8

 

Skills requirement:

·         Masters in Oenology, Viticulturist or Science Related Degree.

·         10 position related experience including Lab, Cellar, Management, Viticulture or Winemaking experience.

·         Valid Drivers license and ability to drive a car.

·         Excellent Forklift skills.

… Work at the #1 Winery in the Okanagan Valley. We are so excited for you to join the Frind Winery Team in beautiful West Kelowna!

Job Posting #:2022- 22

 

 

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