ABOUT US
Williams Selyem Winery is a leading producer of limited production Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, and Zinfandels from the Russian River Valley. 95% of our production is sold to a long-standing list of customers (direct-to-consumer). In 2010 the new Williams Selyem Estate Winery facility was opened for tours and tasting, by appointment only, to List Members.

SUMMARY
Williams Selyem is searching for a full-time Warehouse Associate. This position supports our hospitality, marketing, sales, and customer service teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-Organize weekly fulfillment to pack orders accurately and efficiently.
-Coordinate FedEx, FedEx Cold Chain, and UPS Order Batching for in-house fulfillment operations.
-Maintain an organized and clean work environment.
-Help facilitate customer order pickups at the winery.
-Support the Warehouse Supervisor with intra-winery transfers of inventory for Tasting Salon, including monthly reconciliation of physical inventory.
-Safely and accurately receive in and restock inventory from off-site storage warehouses.
-Follow all safety policies and procedures; communicate hazards and/or suggest improvements to the Warehouse Supervisor.
-Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment, including but not limited to the following: forklifts, pallet jacks, shrink wrap machines, and other miscellaneous warehouse equipment, as needed.
-Participate in counting of physical inventory.
-Special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.
-Support sales, marketing, and event initiatives, including on- and off-site events.
-Maintain strong knowledge of shipping weather protocols and Ground shipment routes to ensure safe and timely deliveries.
-Process returned orders accurately and independently in accordance with company procedures.

REQUIRED SKILLS
-Have a background in high-end wine and/or luxury goods logistics.
-Effective and professional written and oral communication skills.
-Have a strong work-ethic in an independent environment while displaying attention to detail.
-Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.
-Basic level wine knowledge is helpful.

QUALIFICATIONS
-High School Diploma.
-Minimum of 2 years of experience in logistics, or similar discipline.
-Wine industry experience is helpful but not required.
-Ability to obtain forklift certification within 6 months of hire.
-Occasional availability to work weekends, holidays, and special events.
-Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 40 lbs.
-Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time as required by job duties.
-Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

WORKING CONDITIONS
-Warehouse environment.
-May be subjected to loud noise and cooler cellar temperatures.

COMPENSATION
-This position is full-time; weekend, holiday, and special event availability required.
-$23-26/hr.
-Discretionary annual bonus.
-Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
-401(k) eligible.