What are the responsibilities and job description for the Winery Cellar Worker position at Mazza Wines / Five & 20 Spirits?
Position: Cellar Worker
Location: North East, PA
Company: Robert Mazza, Inc. (Mazza Vineyards, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars, South Shore Wine Company, Five & 20 Spirits & Brewing)
Full/Part: Full time
Description:
Company Description
Robert Mazza, Inc. is a family run operation consisting of three wine brands (Mazza Vineyards, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars, South Shore Wine Company), a distilled spirits brand (Five & 20 Spirits) and a craft beer brand (Five & 20 Brewing) located between two main locations located along Lake Erie in North East, PA and Westfield, NY. The wine operations crush approximately 1250 tons on site per year (vinifera, hybrids and native varieties) with a total annual production of approximately 400,000 /- gallons. A portion of the business is dedicated to contract production, production of bulk juice and wine, contract bottling, and custom distillation. More information can be found at www.EnjoyMazza.com.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for hands on production and cellar operations during harvest and pre/post harvest winemaking operations including:
· cleaning/sanitizing of tanks and processing equipment
· crushing/pressing
· pumping/racking/transferring juice and wine
· filtration and additions to juice and wine
· packaging and bottling operations
· Additional production support duties as necessary
The candidate must be able to complete work in an effective and efficient manner with a focus on quality while being able to meet deadlines. Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks is a necessity as is the desire to help craft quality wines.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Physical ability to lift, carry, stand, reach throughout the day
- Forklift experience a plus
- Mechanical ability and competency with running and maintaining winery equipment (pumps, filters, bottling line) preferred
Compensation
Compensation commensurate with experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- North East, PA 16428: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18