In 1981, we planted our first vineyard with a mission to make world-class Bordeaux-style blends, but since then we’ve expanded our knowledge of viticulture in the unique region of Paso Robles. At JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, we combine traditional Old-World methods like hand-harvesting and small-barrel aging in French oak with New World technology. We are looking for a Cellar Worker I to join our team!

Under general supervision, the Cellar Worker I performs various work assignments to include: racking, pumping, clarifying and blending of juice and wine. They Operate and care for filters, pumps, presses, hoses and other cellar equipment.  They check temperature of tanks during fermentation, stabilizing and storage.

• Performs volume calculations for wine blending and wine movements
• Transfers, racks, filters, and blends wines as needed
• Mixes tanks as needed for cold stability
• Gases head space on partial tanks on a weekly basis
• Makes chemical and yeast additions to wine as needed
• Responsible for sanitation of cellar area equipment and tanks
• Samples tanks as needed
• Responsible for monitoring and replenishing cellar inventory of supplies
• Monitors temperature of wine tanks
• Cleans, maintains and organizes barrels as needed
• Assists in set up and clean up duties, including cleaning of labeler parts, hosing down floors, and storing packaging materials
• Assist with still wine barrel work
• Occasionally responsible for hand labeling, stacking and removing bottles from cellar walls
• Assists with all harvest duties

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is in an industrial setting with forklift traffic and public tour groups. Employees are also exposed to weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

Cellar work is a physically demanding position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

• Prior harvest cellar experience required
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Communication verbally and in writing in English preferred, but not required 
• Ability to meet physical demands, including, standing, walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and lifting over 55 lbs.
• COVID vaccination will be required for this position unless candidate has a legally valid exemption

• Competitive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Vision, Dental and 401k with match eligibility
• Opportunities for development and internal mobility
• Manager and leadership training, biweekly L&OD webinars, and eLearning offerings
• Companywide problem solving and continuous improvement training
• Wonderful Giving (wonderfulgiving.com) - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
• Company focus on wellness and health including virtual yoga and mindful meditation classes

Located in Paso Robles, JUSTIN® Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1981 and is known for crafting world- class wines using Bordeaux grape varieties, including the iconic ISOSCELES® blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Vineyard estate, located at 11680 Chimney Rock Road, features a Tasting Room, luxury five-star accommodations at the JUST Inn®, and a Restaurant—making it one of the only wineries on the Central Coast to offer all three options.  In September 2018, a new second location, the JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room opened introducing an expansive wine-tasting bar, lounge, and a full dining room that’s situated prominently on the square along Downtown City Park in the heart of Paso Robles. In addition to its stellar hospitality, JUSTIN consistently receives top honors around the world, establishing itself as a leader in New World Bordeaux-style winemaking. JUSTIN wines are available through discerning fine wine retailers and restaurants throughout the United States, or directly from the Winery via JUSTIN’s Tasting Room, online store or to members of the exclusive JUSTIN Wine Society wine club. To discover more about JUSTIN, visit www.justinwine.com.

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