Seasonal Cellar Worker - Penner-Ash Wine Cellars

Jackson Family Wines • Newberg, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Penner-Ash Wine Cellars is seeking motivated, hardworking individuals to join their small team for the 2026 harvest. This is a hands-on opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the winemaking process at a highly regarded Willamette Valley winery. They work with fruit from over twenty sustainably farmed vineyards across the Northern Willamette Valley, with a focus on small-lot, vineyard-designate wines. In 2026, they anticipate processing approximately 200 tons, primarily Pinot Noir, along with Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Viognier. Because they are a small, collaborative team, interns gain exposure to the full scope of harvest work. Internships typically begin in late August with harvest prep, cleaning, and vineyard sampling. As fruit arrives, the focus shifts to processing, fermentation work, and cap management, followed by pressing and barreling down. Harvest generally wraps up between late October and early November, depending on the season.

Requirements

• A positive attitude and solid sense of humor
• Strong work ethic and willingness to jump in wherever needed
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Commitment to safety
• Good communication skills and a sense of urgency
• A genuine interest in wine and the harvest process

Responsibilities

• Vineyard sampling
• Fruit processing
• Fermentation monitoring
• Additions
• Cap management
• Pressing
• Barreling down
• Cleaning/sanitation

Benefits

• Harvest meals during peak processing
• A supportive, team-oriented environment (and yes, plenty of inside jokes)
• Harvest swag
• Meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities
• Exposure to some of the Willamette Valley’s most respected vineyard sources

What This Job Offers

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