General Winery Worker - La Crema Winery Windsor, CA

General Winery Worker – La Crema Winery – Jackson Family Wines – Windsor, CA.

Jackson Family Wines is much more than a family‑owned wine company. We are risk‑taking innovators with a strong belief that quality is paramount. We are always on the lookout for top talent – individuals who possess a strong work ethic, commitment to quality, and share our beliefs in healthy lands and a healthy community. In 2024, we were selected as one of the North Bay Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for the tenth year running.

Under the general direction of the Cellar master, the General Winery Worker performs a variety of tasks in the cellar such as operating crush and press equipment, stacking barrels, operating a forklift, filling barrels and topping wine.

• Cleaning, sanitizing and sterilizing all winery equipment and facilities.
• Racking and pumping of juice and wine; moving hoses and equipment.
• Forklift operation, moving barrels and case goods.
• Following and observing all safe cellar practices.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

The ability to communicate effectively with good skills in reading, writing and basic math are required. Must be able to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules and procedures, and be able to read cellar work orders, count barrels, record times and dates. Individuals selected for this position must be reliable, punctual and have a good work ethic. Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime and varying shifts.

• Minimum of 5 years of forklift barrel experience.

This position requires the ability to reach with hands and arms, sit, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, and be able to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• The candidate must successfully complete a pre‑employment physical and drug screen.

The base pay for this role ranges from $18.84 to $22.00 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.

• Health, medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Generous time off including vacation, holidays, and paid health time.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Learning & development opportunities.
• Modern Health virtual mental health & coaching visits.
• Wine discounts.

At Jackson Family Wines, we respect, celebrate, and take pride in each other’s differences. Together, we nurture a culture that embraces fairness, acceptance and belonging. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our best innovation, enrich our employees, and connect us to our customers and global community. We aspire to evolve in our commitment for a better future and one that is rooted for good.