Seasonal Cellar Associate

A Seasonal Cellar Associate job in Walla Walla, Washington is available at Spring Valley Winery with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). Under supervision of the winemaking team, you will perform varied tasks in the production of wine. The work is primarily focused on tasks involved in harvest; sanitation, cleaning tanks, pump‑overs, etc. There are two seasonal full‑time positions, which typically start in early September and continue through mid‑November (depending on harvest).

• Assist in all harvest cellar activities:
  • Winery Sanitation – cleaning equipment, wine tanks, and hoses
  • Fruit receival, sorting and processing
  • Operation and cleaning of crush equipment
  • Punch downs and pump overs
  • Racking and wine transfer
  • Barrel filling, topping, stirring, and racking
  • Draining tanks, digging out pomace, and pressing pomace
  • Other tasks as necessary
• Maintain the highest level of sanitation in production work areas
• Maintain a positive relationship encouraging strong communication and teamwork

• Previous harvest winery experience preferred, but not required
• Must be 21 years or older
• Ability to work extended and irregular hours during peak harvest periods on various shifts
• Ability to work in cold and wet conditions
• Ability to lift 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to bend, squat, stand for long periods, and climb stairs, catwalks and ladders
• Ability to meet safety requirements and work in confined spaces
• Ability to carry out direction both verbally and/or in written form
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must be certified or able to be certified in forklift operation
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies

$18.85/hr – $24.50/hr. Based on relevant experience.

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