What are the responsibilities and job description for the harvest lab tech position at Martinelli Winery & Vineyards?
Job Description
Family-owned Russian River Winery is seeking a Harvest Lab Technician. This position requires superb working knowledge of analytical equipment operation and upkeep to ensure accurate and consistent results.
Position Purpose:
The Harvest Lab Intern will assist the Lab Manager with lab-related tasks, performing analysis to support wine quality and cellar operations.
Responsibilities:
- Prioritize directions and instructions from the Lab Manager.
- Notify Lab Manager of any issues with analysis.
- Perform daily harvest analysis in a timely manner.
- Maintain and operate the SPICA.
- Sample wine/juice in various parts of the facility from tanks and barrels.
- Data entry and tracking using Microsoft Excel and Vintrace.
- Daily set-up and calibration of instrumentation.
- Prepare solutions and maintain chemicals.
- Assists and performs Bottling QC.
- Routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of lab equipment.
- Keeps lab environment and its equipment safe, organized, and tidy.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a wine lab is preferred.
- Effective communication and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Works well independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to prioritize work while adapting to changing priorities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Shift work and weekends required.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Job Category: Cellar/Lab/Bottling/Warehouse