Entry Level Harvest Lab Seasonal Experience - Lingua Franca Winery

Constellation Brands • Salem, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lingua Franca was inspired by an extraordinary vineyard site in the Eola-Amity Hills of the Willamette Valley. Founded in 2015 by Master Sommelier Larry Stone and Dominique Lafon, an iconic producer of Burgundy, and mentor to many winemakers in the Willamette Valley. Our young and talented winemaking team provides a place for you to contribute your experience towards our continued growth. Position Summary We are seeking an individual who is eager to gain more experience in the field of enology through harvest laboratory operations and hands-on winemaking. The ideal candidate will have a passion for knowledge and a willingness to learn, with a background in enology, plant and beverage sciences, or the wine industry. As a mid-size winery with estate and purchased fruit primarily analyzed in house, candidates should be prepared to participate in all aspects of lab work, as well as many of the cellar responsibilities. This assignment will shift from a primarily maturity/vineyard focused directive to a fruit intake data and fermentation monitoring role through the end of processing. This is generally mid-November. This is a temporary full-time, on-site seasonal assignment. Schedules are determined on an as-needed basis to keep up with grape processing. This may include weekend work, and overtime. We hope to start this assignment mid-August, with exact date communicated once growing season begins.

Requirements

• Ability to work from mid-August through mid-November
• Ability to work various shifts including weekends and overtime
• Ability to identify, analyze, and rectify data discrepancies with high levels of precision
• Excellent organizational and communication skills – oral and written
• Experience in computer applications (Excel and Word preferred, Vintrace a bonus)
• Interest in the winemaking process
• Ability to work well independently and in teams
• Cultivate an understanding of winemaking procedures and production protocols at Lingua Franca
• Must be able to stand and walk over rough or uneven terrain.
• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and willing to work long hours during peak harvest.

Nice To Haves

• Previous harvest experience
• Experience with Vintrace
• Strong sense of commitment
• Self-starter attitude

Responsibilities

• Maturity sampling – organization of sample intake, collection, and analysis
• Instrument calibration and operation daily
• Fruit processing analysis and additions
• Ferment tracking and records
• Juice trials
• Sample collection, preparation, and analysis
• Previous vintage analysis and maintenance as required
• Assist winemaking team with executing all winemaking operations to meet quality targets including but not limited to:
• Fruit processing
• Cap management
• Tank and equipment cleaning
• Additions
• Barrel prep, cleaning, filling, and/or emptying

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed