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Create a Harvest Help Alert HArvest Help at Aurora Vineyards
Aurora Vineyards Aurora, OR Apply Job Description:
Who we are:
Aurora Vineyards is a small Willamette Valley producer focused on high quality Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot noir and Sparkling wine. We have 32 acres of vines planted to 9 varieties and supplement our estate offering with fruit sourced from Oregon and Washington. We are expecting an early and high-quality harvest.
Position duties:
Preparation and maintenance of all harvest equipment
Fruit sampling and maturity tracking
Cleaning and sanitation of equipment and facilities
Basic laboratory analysis such as pH, TA, brix
Fruit handling and processing
Fermentation management and monitoring
Tasting
Wine transfers and movements
Additions to juice and to fermentations
Forklift driving
Minimum Qualifications:
Be 18 years of age and be legally able to work in the US
Be capable of lifting and moving 50lbs
Ability and willingness to work flexible and extended hours in a variety of conditions
A passion for learning about wine
Great attention to detail
Reliable transport to and from work
Respect for others
A good sense of humor
Preferred Qualifications:
1 prior harvest or more
Forklift experience or certification
Some Spanish language
Formal education in Wine such as a certificate, degree or WSET diploma
Experience making sparkling wine
Prior laboratory experience
A good taste in music
Working conditions and Physical requirements:
This position involves prolonged exposure to a range of weather conditions, loud noises, toxic and hazardous chemicals, and working near potentially dangerous machinery.
Appropriate personal protective equipment be provided and safety measurements will always be taken. Frequent walking, sitting, standing and lifting and moving up to 60 lbs. The position will begin mid-July to early August depending on need. Perks include learning a lot, free lunch and dinner from our chef, free wine, friends, a new experience, and hearing the winemaker swear when something breaks. Salary is determined on employment and commensurate with a combination of skills and experience. If you feel you would be a good fit for this position, please submit a resume. Due to time constraints, we are unable to sponsor Visas for any international applicants at this time. We look forward to hearing from you!