What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Rodney Strong Wine Estates?
Job Title: Lab Technician - Harvest (Seasonal)
This is a seasonal opportunity to work as a Lab Technician at Rodney Strong Wine Estates in Healdsburg, California during the 2025 harvest season. The role involves providing analytical information to support winemaking and viticulture teams.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct wine chemical analysis using manual and automated methods.
- Maintain fermentation tracking and perform daily sampling from tanks and barrels.
- Identify potential flaws through sensory evaluation and report findings.
- Assist with reagent preparation and maintain lab inventory.
- Interact with production and viticulture staff to meet company goals.
- Enter data into the InnoVint database daily.
- Perform general housekeeping and cleanup tasks.
- Be available for overtime and weekend work as required by lab and grape schedules.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma; college science background preferred.
- Previous winery lab experience is advantageous.
- Show initiative, discipline, and focus to complete projects.
- Able to follow procedures with attention to detail.
- Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills.
Physical Demands:
The role requires standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities are necessary for accurate analysis.
Working Environment:
The employee will be working with strong acids, bases, and chemicals, exposed to hot glass, moving machinery, and elevated heights. A moderate noise level is expected.
Benefits:
Employee discount on wine and apparel, food provided during peak harvest periods.