Cellar Supervisor - Ripon

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages across 120+ brands. With operations in California, New York and Australia, TWG is an innovator in developing and marketing brands beloved by consumers globally, including Cupcake, Franzia, Benziger, Imagery, Tribute, Chloe, Meiomi, Cooks, 7 Deadly, Cooper & Thief, and more. We produce our products using sustainable practices to create delicious beverages that people can feel good about. Visit us at www.thewinegroup.com.

JOB SUMMARY

The Cellar Supervisor reports to the Director of Operations and is responsible for direction and supervision for the day-to-day cellar operations such as communicating work assignments, training subordinates on all shifts to meet daily production needs in a safe and effective manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates and implements daily cellars, crush, and fermenting activities such as supervision and training of these crews and scheduling job assignments.
• Supervises all production functions including sanitation, cellars, crushing, and fermenting.
• Must be able to learn and effectively train others on all work processes in accordance to SOPs and hold individuals accountable as necessary.
• Monitors performance of all employees and communicates with the others within the management team.
• Ensures compliance with all safety and personnel procedures and policies.
• Responsible for the training, development, counseling, safety, and discipline of assigned staff.
• Check items received, locate in appropriate storage area(s) and complete proper documentation.
• Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of all production logs and records.
• Recommend changes in work methods, processes, and equipment to reduce costs and/or improve the quality of production.
• Maintain a close working relationship with other Winery Operations.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Possess at least 3 years of experience working within a winery.
• 5 - 7 years of supervisory experience.
• Proficient in MS Office and knowledge JDE application preferred.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently within set guidelines.
• Upon assignment, the Company may require First Aid, CPR, AED, Emergency Responder and/or other certifications, as necessary.
• Strong knowledge of production/manufacturing operations.
• Provide good verbal and written communications to all levels of management, both internally and externally.
• Prioritize while able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, work effectively in team/crew environment, adherence to all safety regulations and operating procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Primary work environment is on the production floor.
• Position will be exposed to indoor and outdoor environments with varying noise levels.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, standing, and twisting in a production environment.
• Occasionally lift up to 50lbs.

COMPENSATION

• Hiring Salary Range Posted: $70,304 - $104,000.
• Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience; skills, knowledge, and abilities; education; and other position related factors.

At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.

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