We are looking for an energetic, motivated, team focused individual to assist our winemaking team for this coming 2026 Harvest. This is a hands-on role involving daily work in the laboratory, crushpad, cellar, and riddling/disgorgement operations.
The ideal candidate has a technical background with a basic understanding of laboratory analysis, microbiology, chemistry, and cellar operations. Attention to detail, a solid work ethic and a strong dedication to winery sanitization and cleanliness are essential to this role.
The position supports all aspects of wine production for Sparkling Pointe and our select group of custom crush clients. This hands-on role is responsible for assisting in ensuring high-quality wine through the harvest season through active involvement in daily operations, including laboratory analysis, crush pad operations, juice racking, fermentation management, sanitation, filtration, inventory control, disgorging, labeling, and cellar maintenance.
Preferred start date no later than 8/20/26

Responsibilities (including but not limited to:)
•  Work in conjunction with the current winemaking team in all aspects of production from grape to bottle.
•  Support lead Enologist in preformed pH, TA, VA, FSO2, Alcohol, Brix, YAN, RS, Malic, Heat/Protein Stability, and Cold/Tartrate Stability measurements
•  Maintain a clean and organized workplace
•  Assist in maintenance of winery equipment
•  Contribute to fostering a positive, happy, productive, and team-focused work environment where staff feel valued and respected
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in enology, viticulture,food science, engineering, chemistry, or equivalent experience
•  2 years minimum laboratory or winemaking experience (sparkling wine experience a plus but not required)
•  Existing knowledge and strong interest in wine (WSET or equivalent preferred)
•  Possess a basic understanding of fermentation science, microbiology, sanitation, and wine chemistry.
•  Strong attention to detail
Fluency in Spanish, French, Italian, or German a strong positive but not required
Excellent communication skills
•  Ability to set priorities and work independently with set guidelines
•  Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays during the harvest and bottling season
•  Experience driving forklift and loading a wine press or a willingness to learn.
Physical Requirements
•  Must be able to frequently lift and carry weights of up to 50 pounds at varying frequencies
Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
•  Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, standing, and twisting in the performance of various tasks
•  Ability to stand for long periods
•  Able to work at various heights
•  Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Benefits
•  $25-35/hr commensurate to experience and skill set.
•  Available Medical/Dental Insurance Plan (Eligible to join 2 months after hire, company contribution, not fully covered)
•  Paid Time Off / Vacation accrual / NYS Sick Time / Company Holidays
•  401K Retirement Account with 3% Company Match (an employee must be at least 21 yrs of age and have satisfied one year of service or 1,000 hours of service during the 12 consecutive month period).