Summary: Harmony Cellars seeks a skilled and motivated Associate Winemaker to oversee all aspects of production in a small, family-owned winery. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to advance to Lead Winemaker 2. Independent role with ownership of winemaking process 3. Direct mentorship and long-term career growth Associate Winemaker Harmony Cellars Harmony, CA Full-Time $70,000 – $85,000 per year (DOE) Opportunity to Advance to Lead Winemaker Harmony Cellars is a small, family-owned winery on California’s Central Coast producing approximately 6,000 cases annually. We have proudly been in business for over 36 years and are seeking a skilled, motivated Associate Winemaker to oversee all aspects of production. This position offers a clear pathway to advancement to Lead Winemaker, as our current winemaker is planning for retirement in the near future. Outside of harvest, this is essentially a one-person production operation. We are looking for a self-starter who thrives in an independent role and takes ownership of the winemaking process from grape to bottle. ________________________________________ Job Responsibilities Winemaking & Production • Oversee all aspects of winemaking operations • Coordinate harvest logistics and fruit intake • Manage fermentations (red and white), cap management, pressing • Conduct racking, blending trials, fining, stabilization, and filtration • Prepare wines for bottling and oversee bottling runs • Manage barrel program and cellar organization • Forecast production needs and order supplies Laboratory & Quality Control • Perform in-house lab analysis including: o VA (Volatile Acidity) o TA (Titratable Acidity) o pH o Free & Total SO₂ o Alcohol analysis • Maintain compliance and production records Cellar & Equipment • Execute pumpovers, transfers, sanitation, and general cellar operations • Maintain and troubleshoot winery equipment • Mechanical aptitude required • Operate forklift • Maintain clean and organized production facility Temporary staff support is provided during harvest. All other winemaking activities are handled by the Associate Winemaker. Because we are a small, family-run winery, occasional duties outside strict winemaking responsibilities may be required. ________________________________________ Qualifications • Degree in Enology, Viticulture, Fermentation Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience) • 3+ years winery or cellar experience preferred • Strong laboratory skills required • Mechanical aptitude • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical labor • Highly organized and detail-oriented • Able to work independently and anticipate business needs • Passion for wine and long-term career growth • Must be at least 21 years of age • Able to work at heights / and work overtime during harvest season ________________________________________ Compensation & Benefits • $70,000 – $85,000 per year, depending on experience • Health insurance • Simple IRA with employer match up to 3% • Paid vacation • Benefits subject to individual waiting periods upon hire ________________________________________ Why Join Harmony Cellars? • Established 36-year winery with strong reputation • Small production, quality-focused environment • Leadership opportunity and succession planning • Direct mentorship and long-term career growth If you are passionate about winemaking and excited about the opportunity to grow into a leadership role, we encourage you to apply with your resume and cover letter.
Craigslist · HR
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