We have an exciting opportunity for a Cellar Hand to join the Distinguished Vineyards Argyle team! Reporting to the Cellar Master, this role is responsible for safe and efficient cellar operations and utilization of winery equipment/facilities. Cellar Worker will perform all functions in our cellar such as racking, transfers, tank sanitation & barrel cleaning, grape processing, and all the other tasks that are performed in our cellar.
. This role is based in Newberg, Oregon and is a full-time position, working Monday- Thursday ( 10 hours/day) and the incumbent qualifies for our outstanding health care benefits, PTO, 401k plan, wine allowance and more!

Minimum Qualifications:

Previous experience full-time in the cellar, or 1-2 harvests. 
Enology/viticulture education a plus
Valid OR drivers license 
Experience driving forklift a plus 

Must be able to provide U.S. Work Authorization without current or future sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Performs various work assignment with timeliness, safety and accuracy being the goals.
Reads and preforms cellar tasks as directed in the work order. Able to comprehend detailed work order instructions, complete the job and fill out work orders to completion. 
Operate various pumps, winemaking equipment
Moves wine from tank/barrel – provides management of these vessels 
Follows safe cellar protocols while understanding winemaking goals 
Looks for problems with equipment used or any safety issues and reports to Leader
Self-starter, comfortable working independently or with the team 
Clean and/or sterilize tanks, hoses, pumps, and other related winemaking equipment
Accurately perform treatment to wines as directed
Ability to be fully available during busy seasons: tirage and harvest 
Assist with training on all cellar operations. During harvest will help train and lead a seasonal harvest staff on all aspects of the cellar. 
Occasionally help on the bottling line if needed.
Forklift proficient.

Formed in 2008, Distinguished Vineyards represents a collection of iconic wineries from some of the world's most prestigious wine regions. Recognized as benchmarks for their regions, our domestic portfolio includes the highly acclaimed Argyle Winery in Oregon's Willamette Valley, MacRostie Winery and Vineyards in Sonoma, and Markham Vineyards in Napa Valley. Our core purpose is to enrich our world by championing sociability and helping people to live well. Ever evolving, while remaining true to our roots, Distinguished Vineyards offers an unparalleled work environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth that include: 

• Our Culture - We live by our leadership principles of doing the right thing, for the long term, being first with consumers to win customers, thinking beyond, innovate, and adapt, deciding fast and making it happen, and welcoming differences and standing for fairness. 

• Our Benefits - We have an amazing benefits package that includes 401K with matching, medical/dental/vision plan, PTO, community/employee engagement including wellness program, wine stipend, paid volunteering, and more!

• Our Community - We at DVWP believe in giving back and being accountable when it comes to social responsibility. That is why we have committed to our employees and their families and partner with community organizations to continue to uphold these values.

By joining Distinguished Vineyards, you will be joining a team of diverse individuals, all passionate about wines, our employees, and our business and what they do! We aim to provide a fun and inclusive culture where everyone can be the best they can be and have a great time doing it. When applying for this opportunity, please complete an application and provide a complete resume. Distinguished Vineyards and it’s wine partnerships (MacRostie Winery, Markham Vineyards, and Argyle Winery) are an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply. All applications are kept confidential. Please visit our website to learn moreabout our culture: Distinguished Vineyards