Cellar Operator II - Robert Mondavi Winery

Job Description

Company Summary

We’re the producers, creators and marketers of beer, wine and spirits brands that people love. At Constellation Brands, we’re driven to push boundaries and think beyond today to deliver products and experiences that resonate now, tomorrow and well into the future. Because of this approach, we’re the fastest-growing large CPG company in the U.S. at retail, with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand and Italy. Our premium portfolio of iconic brands like Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Kim Crawford, Robert Mondavi, Meiomi, The Prisoner, SVEDKA Vodka, High West Whiskey, and more drive industry-leading growth for us today. But we’re just getting started. Our ability to stay on the forefront of consumer trends has fueled our success since our founding in 1945 and will guide us in creating the next generation of products and experiences Worth Reaching For.

Position Summary

The Cellar Operator position tends to the day-to-day operation of Cellar Equipment. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Responsibilities

• Under moderate supervision:  Perform Cellar I tasks: Clean & sanitize equipment, apply good housekeeping practices, perform wine movements, top barrels, add chemicals to wine, operate less complex equipment, measure and calculate workplace data. 

• Perform moderately complex cellar and barrel tasks including but not limited to assemble blends per Winemaker instructions, add fining agents for clarify wine, etc.

• Operate moderately complex winery equipment such as crossflow and lenticular filters, pumps, hoists, crush equipment, press, forklifts, etc…

• Shipping and receiving of tankers, scale operator

• Capable of double checking winemaker calculation to maintain integrity and quality of wines.

• Ensures efficient utilization of all winery equipment

• Leads harvest employees to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly work tasks

• Provides guidance and support to staff to increase skill and knowledge

• Provide feedback to Winemaking, Cellar, and Barrel staff on best practices.  

• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve cellar issues

• Ensures timely accurate completion of all wine work orders

• Understand and be an active participant in the 5S program. (Sort, Set in order, Standardize, Shine, and Sustain).

• Responsible for compliance with CBI sustainability policies and practices which are economically viable, socially acceptable and environmentally sound.  This is done by supporting programs at each location for conservation, energy efficiency, and recycling, which are critical for our operations to achieve tangible environmental results.

• Follow safe operating procedures, support safety programs and policies to safeguard personal safety, company property, environmental and team member’s safety.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ GED

• 2 – 5 years’ Cellar/Harvest Operator experience

• Must be able to skillfully operate all basic Cellar equipment

• Must be able to work various shifts and overtime as needed

• Must be able to operate machinery

• Must know how to use hand tools

• Must possess basic math skills

• Must be able to use D.O./O2 meters

• Able to wear half and full-face respirator

• Able to enter confine spaces to perform tasks

• Good organizational and multi-task skills

• Computer skills / Programing of HMI panels/Bar code scanners

• Must be flexible with scheduling and changing tasks due to business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook

• Two years of forklift experience with four-barrel racks

• Weight Master experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit

• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs

• Use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms

• Climb or balance stairs/ladders

• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear

• Must have close vision, distant vision, and ability to adjust focus, peripheral vision

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive a car and travel via plan/train as needed

• Works outdoors/indoors

• Works in warm/cold climates

• Works on wet surfaces

• Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals

• Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic

Location

Oakville, California

Additional Locations

Job Type

Full time

Job Area

Operations and Production

The salary range for this role is:

$23.24 - $34.86

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.  At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.