Cellar Foreman - Soledad

The Wine Group, 1777 Metz Rd., Soledad, California, United States of America

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award‑winning wines and alcoholic beverages across 120+ brands. With operations in California, New York and Australia, TWG is an innovator in developing and marketing brands beloved by consumers globally, including Cupcake, Franzia, Benziger, Imagery, Tribute, Chloe, Meiomi, Cooks, 7 Deadly, Cooper & Thief, and more. We produce our products using sustainable practices to create delicious beverages that people can feel good about.

JOB SUMMARY

The Cellar Foreman is a frontline leadership role responsible for the daily supervision, coordination, and execution of cellar operations. This position ensures that all production activities—including fermentation, cellar processing, sanitation, and material handling—are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with winemaking standards, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.

The Foreman assigns and prioritizes work, monitors progress, ensures accuracy of documentation, and actively participates in production tasks. This role also plays a critical part in developing team members, maintaining a strong safety culture, and supporting continuous improvement across operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assign, prioritize, and supervise daily production activities to meet operational targets.
• Coordinate cellar, fermentation, crush, sanitation, and barrel operations.
• Perform hands‑on tasks and maintain active presence on production floor.
• Monitor quality and ensure adherence to winemaking standards and SOPs.
• Lead cellar sanitation program initiatives including master sanitation, equipment and tank sanitation and facility hygiene.
• Ensure accurate logs, reports, and work orders are maintained.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and escalate risks appropriately.
• Recommend improvements to processes, materials, and equipment.
• Support production flow with winemaking and other departments.
• Assist with scheduling and overtime coverage.
• Enforce compliance with safety programs, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead safety meetings, stretching programs, and ongoing safety communication.
• Identify hazards and support corrective actions.
• Ensure proper PPE usage and safe handling of equipment and chemicals.
• Participate in incident investigations and reporting.
• Monitor performance and provide feedback for evaluations.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and positive work culture.
• Lead by example with professionalism and adherence to company values.
• Recognize achievements and apply coaching and discipline as needed.
• Supervise, train, and mentor employees on SOPs, safety procedures, and standards.
• Identify skill gaps, support employee development, onboarding and training programs.
• Monitor inventory, recommend supply purchases, ensure proper storage and documentation of materials.
• Work closely with winemaking, maintenance, lab, and other departments.
• Communicate production priorities and issues effectively.
• Support cross‑functional improvements and alignment.
• Communicate and interact positively, professionally, and effectively with all personnel, vendors, contractors, co‑workers, and management.
• Must possess the ability to analyze and resolve day‑to‑day work problems and to recognize and inform management of potential problems. Take initiatives to recommend supervisor/management process, materials and/or operational improvements that reduce cost, waste and/or improve quality.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Must have ability to learn and effectively train others in all work processes in accordance to SOP and Safety Programs and hold others accountable, as necessary.
• May function as Weigh Master (if necessary).
• This job description reflects management’s assignment of general functions; it does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years or older at time of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–5+ years of winery or production experience.
• Strong knowledge of cellar operations and equipment.
• Leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Preferred: supervisory experience,…