Do you have an eye for detail while working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment?

As we grow our team at JUSTIN, we are looking for an Assistant Winemaker – Bottling. This position will lead bottling preparation, as well as oversee quality control and supply chain management. The Assistant Winemaker – Bottling manages day-to-day Bottling Warehouse operations while ensuring quality standards are met and maintained. This person will report directly to the Bottling Operations, Winemaker and working closely with the Bottling Supervisor to assist with facility planning, refinement of bottling protocols, processing, workflow planning. The Assistant Winemaker drives company initiatives through team collaboration and strong leadership.

• Responsible for day-to-day Bottling Warehouse needs
• Prepares wine for bottling within tight specifications
• Ensures that all Packaging and Wine Preparation aligns with the bottling schedule year to year
• Oversees quality control of packaging materials and finished goods
• Responsible for inventory management of receiving packaging materials and shipping finished goods
• Oversees new vendor/material scheduling verification process while partnering with our Global Sourcing Team
• Manages, trains, and develops bottling support staff
• Key stakeholder for management of weekly/monthly/yearly bottling schedules under the direction of the Bottling Operations, Winemaker
• Communicates with Bottling Supervisor about materials on-hand and on-order, to keep a feasible and efficient weekly/monthly/yearly production plan
• Communicates with Production Team to ensure product transfers/production meet expected production/bottling schedules
• Participates in blend trials, tasting and evaluating wines
• Oversees Food Safety, GMP’s, and places emphasis on employee safety
• Collaborates across the business unit as necessary (Safety, Hospitality, Maintenance, Finance, etc.)
• Champion WOW (Way of Work), the company's continuous improvement program

• Bachelor’s degree in Viticulture and Enology, Fermentation Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field
• 3-5 years of wine production experience, at least 2 years of bottling operations experience
• Ability to handle high-volume production levels for a luxury brand
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish direction and coach others
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, SharePoint) and familiarity with winemaking software such as Crafted, InnoVint, Vintrace, Winemaker data base
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines; strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Availability to work a wide range of hours, including overtime, weekend, nights, holidays, etc.
• Strong working knowledge of all winemaking equipment, processes, and procedures within the winery
• Working knowledge of modern sanitation protocols and ability to identify issues and implement ideas to improve current sanitation practices
• Desire to learn and apply the Wonderful Way Values to our everyday processes

Pay Range: $70,000 - $75,000 base salary and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• 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 prioritizes wellness through its Wonderful NOW (Nourish Our Wellness) initiative, which provides a robust suite of wellness offerings such as access to mental health resources and life coaching, employee community groups, cash rewards for healthy habits, and on-demand fitness videos.

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.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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