Diamond Estates Wines & Spirits is the third largest producer of VQA wines in Niagara, Ontario and is proud of our high-quality, awarding winning wines. Wine production is centralized in a state-of-the-art facility located just outside of St. Catharines. With an advanced lab, an extensive barrel cellar, and over 5-million-liter tank capacity, we offer training and exposure to a wide variety of techniques, equipment and innovations practiced in our winemaking facility.
About the role:
Our production team is looking to for a Full-time Cellar Hand to support the winemakers and cellar team in the production process. This role is integral to the day-to-day operation of the winery and will perform a wide range of tasks – from processing fruit, through fermentation, to finishing and bottling.
The ideal candidate will be energetic, hardworking, and dependable; most importantly, have a passion and interest in the wine making process and take pride in the product being produced.
Functions of the role:
Harvest Processing; grape reception, destemming, crushing, pressing
Assist with Fermentation Management, inoculations, nutrient additions, sampling, pump overs, punch downs
Conduct Cellar Work, barrel filling, racking, blending, additions, filtration
Perform Cellar Sanitation, tank and barrel cleaning, general cleaning of facility and winery equipment
Operate forklift and other winery equipment
Requirements:
Experience working in beverage production, with knowledge of wine/cellar operations
Formal wine education considered an asset
Strong commitment to quality with high attention to detail
Dependable, hands-on and willing to take initiative
Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Able to lift and carry at least 50lbs
Knowledge of safe cellar practices, including WHMIS
Knowledge of cellar operating procedures
Available to work evenings and weekends when necessary
Access to reliable transportation as the property is located remotely from public transport
We thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Diamond Estates and its divisions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with differing abilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
JOB VACANCY STATUS
This role is currently vacant, and the organization is accepting applications.
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