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26 Harvest Lab Intern

Stoller Wine Group

Dayton, OR

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Job Description:

Harvest Lab Technician Position
Situated in the southernmost tip of the Dundee Hills, Stoller Family Estate is a 398 acre property with over 220 acres of contiguous vineyards planted primarily to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. We believe in sustainability and creating a culture that supports making wines of integrity and intention. We are looking for an intern that is a hardworking, cheerful, team player and enjoys getting their hands dirty making beautiful, well-crafted wines.
The Harvest Lab Technician will work directly with the Enologist and Winemaking Team to complete all tasks related to wine analysis and quality assurance. This is a temporary position with hours that vary depending on the needs of the winery; weekends, holidays and long hours during harvest will be required.

Some Duties and Responsibilities:
•  Complete all routine analysis requested at the direction of the winemaking team.
•  Responsible for all lab work associated with our two onsite facilities as well as our sister winery.
•  Daily set-up, calibration, operation, and maintenance of our lab equipment such as the Gallery Discrete Analyzer, Auto-Titrator, and Alcolyzer.
•  Constantly maintain a clean and organized lab environment during and after analysis.
•  Responsible for pulling samples as requested from tanks and barrels in both wineries.
•  Put together blends and bench trials and assist in all pre-bottling lab tasks.
•  During harvest, manage grape maturity analysis.
•  Daily Brix & Temperature monitoring of the cellar.
•  Works closely with cellar staff during all stages of winemaking to assist in wine movements and additions (Example: 80% of your time in the lab 20% in the cellar).
•  Records all data accurately and with very close attention to detail and precision.
•  Able to move quickly and efficiently while collecting precise and accurate data.
Qualifications:
•  Degree in Enology/Viticulture, chemistry, biology, life sciences or other science related field.
•  Minimum 2-3 vintages of harvest lab and cellar experience.
•  Excellent communication and written skills necessary.
•  Highly detailed and organized individual required.
•  Experience with excel and database systems (Vintrace a plus).
•  Basic knowledge of wet chemistry and experience with automated equipment.
•  Previous winery experience of any kind, lab analysis a plus.
•  Able to work flexible/long hours on your feet, lifting up to 50lbs.
•  Be a team player who can work well independently and within team.
•  Positive attitude and driven individual wanting to work hard and learn.
Compensation:
•  Hourly DOE, starting $20/hr
•  Meals provided on shift
•  Approx. Term mid-August 2026 through mid-February/March 2027

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Additional Information:

Job Posted:
Tuesday, March 31st
Type of Work:
Full Time
Job Level:
Internship/Seasonal