Cellar Operator I

Bronco Wine Co•Ceres, CA

9d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Bronco Wine Company, founded in 1973, is a family-owned company striving to be vertically integrated, from the vineyard to the 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 Superintendent and is a Non-Exempt, Seasonal, Onsite position. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Racker & Blender I, II or III, knowledge of all tank locations, and cellar operations including 1/3rd of Crush to Finished Wine equipment within 1 year. The role involves multiple tasks frequently requiring bending, lifting, climbing, pulling, and pushing. Candidates must be in good physical condition and pass a strength and lifting test.

Requirements

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.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Above average attendance. To be considered for advancement to the next level must have an attendance record at or below First Written Warning.
Demonstrated good performance, attitude and behavior.
Must be able to work any shift, weekends and overtime as needed.
Knowledge of Cellar Standard Operating Procedures.
Knowledge of Company Safety Procedure.
Skills in reading and writing.
Skills in working with limited amount of supervision.
Skills in filtration of wines.
Lift up to 75 lbs.
Occasional stair climb.
Frequent walking.

Nice To Haves

Preferably a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Racker & Blender I, II or III.

Responsibilities

Take and carry out direct orders from Cellar Lead, Cellar Supervisors, Assistant Cellar Supervisor and/or Winemakers.
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.
Learn at least 1/3rd of Operator Standard Operating Procedures and pass an exam on each procedure.
Operate filter equipment, working on a platform, using D.E. (diatomaceous earth), which requires medical clearance and fit-testing for wearing an approved respirator.
Perform limited dump truck and forklift operations to make miscellaneous transfers.
Perform any reasonable request by any supervisor.
Assist in training Operator Trainees as assigned.