Bottling Operator I

Bronco Wine Co•Santa Rosa, CA

3d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Bronco Wine Company, founded in 1973, is a family-owned company striving to be vertically integrated, from vineyard to table, focusing on crafting quality wines for every table. Our family’s resilience and sustained growth will continue to be fostered through stewardship of family, valued employees, respected partners, and future generations. This position will report to the Bottling Warehouse Supervisor. Travel Requirements: Based on Business needs 7-10%. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt. Shift: 1. Employment Category: Seasonal. Pay Range: $21.00 to $23.00. This is an Onsite Position.

Requirements

Preferably a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Racker & Blender I, II or III.
Know all tank locations.
Must know cellar operations including 1/3rd of Crush to Finished Wine equipment within 1 year.
Works on multiple tasks frequently requiring: bending, lifting, climbing, pulling and pushing.
Must be in good physical condition; must pass a strength and lifting test.
Cellar Standard Operating Procedures
Company Safety Procedure
Reading and writing
Working with limited amount of supervision
Filtration of wines

Responsibilities

Must be able to take and carry out direct orders from Cellar Lead, Cellar Supervisors, Assistant Cellar Supervisor and/or Winemakers.
Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Verify all information on process orders prior to starting any job.
Complete all tasks and jobs according to current SOP.
Update process orders when transfers begin and are completed.
Update all required paperwork including log sheets.
It will be mandatory to learn at least 1/3rd of the Operator Standard Operating Procedures, plus everchanging as the company grows.
Must successfully pass an exam on each procedure when training is deemed sufficient by a supervisor.
Operating filter equipment, working on a platform, using D.E. (diatomaceous earth), requires medical clearance and fit testing for wearing an approved respirator.
Be able to do limited dump truck and forklift operations to make miscellaneous transfers.
Perform any reasonable request by any supervisor.
Must have above average attendance. To be considered for advancement to the next level must have an attendance record at or below First Written Warning.
Must have demonstrated good performance, attitude and behavior.
Must be able to work any shift, weekends and overtime as needed.
Assist in training Operator Trainees as assigned.