Seasonal Test Stand Operator- Ripon

The Wine Group•Ripon, CA

9d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position for the grape harvest season, reporting to the Cellar Logistics Manager. Under limited supervision, the Seasonal Test Stand Operator performs general test stand sampling work. This includes sampling grape trucks, cleaning and sanitizing the test stand, its equipment, sample buckets, bins, beakers, sinks, table tops, and related areas. The role involves operating a mechanically assisted sampling probe or a back-up manual probe, assisting other personnel, and performing general cleaning and other test stand sampling related tasks. The position may involve working with household chemicals, lifting lug bins or buckets weighing up to 50 lbs, and working at heights up to 5 ft. Main hours vary with grape ripening, typically falling between 11 pm and 9 am, with potential for overtime. The ideal candidate is flexible with their schedule, possesses a positive can-do attitude, and can work hard as part of a small, closely-knit Test Stand team. An additional Stay Pay Bonus opportunity is available for those who stay for the entire harvest season.

Requirements

Must be 18 or older at the time of hire.
No experience in a production or manufacturing environment required.
Must have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand instructions in English.
Ability to multitask, work independently and with a team in a fast-paced, high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
Must be flexible with availability, with primary working hours being graveyard appx. 12am - 10am, plus overtime. Times will shift to accommodate grape harvesting.
Operation of basic hand tools.
Must have an excellent safety, work performance and attendance record.
Prioritize while able to adapt to changing priorities.
Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, work effectively in team/crew environment, adherence to all safety regulations and operating procedures.

Nice To Haves

Flexible to work graveyard hours between 11pm to 9am, plus overtime.
Positive can-do attitude.
Ability to work hard and pull their own weight on a small, closely-knit Test Stand team.

Responsibilities

Sampling grape trucks.
Lifting heavy lug bins or buckets.
Operation of basic hand tools.
Cleaning and sanitizing test stand and related equipment.
General housekeeping and cleaning tasks including sweeping, scooping up debris, pulling weeds, using a shovel, using water hoses for wash-down of grounds or buildings, using spraying equipment, power washer, and washing equipment.
Operating sampling probes.
Working with limited direct supervision and using independent judgment regarding work tasks.
Help others on team and train another worker in routine work responsibilities of the job.
Work at heights up to 5 feet.
Remaining alert and operating all machinery and equipment while performing job tasks in a safe and efficient manner to prevent injury to the employee and himself/herself and others in the employee’s work area.