Seasonal Lab tech II

Job Title: Seasonal Lab Tech II

Newton Vineyards is currently seeking a Seasonal Lab Technician II to provide accurate and timely data, in addition to keeping records, that support the creative winemaking process in order to achieve the highest quality wine product at the optimal cost.

Newton's Lab Technician II will be responsible to:

-           Perform routine Lab analysis

-           Maintain a clean and orderly Lab

-           Maintain Lab equipment in proper working order

-           Perform administrative tasks such as retrieve analytical results

 

Education:   B.S. in Enology (or related field) preferred.

Languages: English required.

Professional experience & know-how:

Minimum 2 years of experience in a wine laboratory.

Technical & management skills:

-           Knowledge of lab analysis and methodology.

-           Strong knowledge of the production of still and sparkling wine from crush to finished product.

-           Good organizational and communication skills.

-           Excellent computer skills, including, word-processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and AMS.

 

Personal & interpersonal skills:

-           Ability to work safely, including the proper use of protective equipment and proper handling of hazardous substances.

-           Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers.

-           Ability to work independently and make decisions within comfort zone of competency and experience.

-           Perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the company's value of exhibiting the highest quality standards paying strict attention to all standards and documented processes.

 

Company Description:

Newton Vineyard and Winery is dedicated to producing ultrapremium, handcrafted wines in tandem with nature.  In the vineyard, Newton subscribes to low-impact farming where maturity is determined by the taste of the fruit rather than by its chemical composition. The terraced vineyard estate on Spring Mountain provides an impeccable source of Bordeaux varietals including Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.

 

Newton Vineyard is a part of the Wine & Spirits Division of LVMH - Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the leading worldwide luxury goods company specializing in wine and spirits, fashion, leather goods, perfumes, cosmetics, watches, jewelry and selective retailing.

 

To apply, please come in person to the Administrative Offices at Domaine Chandon at 1 California Drive, Yountville, CA 94599 or email us at jobs@chandon.com

Newton Vineyard is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seasonal Assistant Winemaker

Job title: Seasonal Assistant Winemaker

 The Seasonal Assistant Winemaker will work closely with the Senior Winemaker in all winemaking activities including operations, new product development, winemaking style, and brand communication.  The Seasonal Assistant Winemaker must be able to begin February 1, 2012.  The position will last a maximum of eight months.

Main Responsibilities

Winemaking (90%)

Safety (10%)

Qualifications

Education: B.S. in Enology or related field

Languages: English and another language preferred

Professional experience & know how:

-          Minimum 3 year’s experience in the winemaking industry

-          Hands on experience with the Methode Champagnoise preferred

Technical & management skills:

-          Knowledge of high end white and red winemaking methods

-          Knowledge of lab analysis and methodology

-          Good organizational and communication skills

-          Excellent computer skills, including, word-processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, AMS and SAP

Personal & interpersonal skills:

-           Ability to work safely, including the proper use of protective equipment and proper handling of hazardous substances as specified in Hazardous Materials Training Program

-          Able to lift and carry 50 pounds, drive forklift, wear respirator

-          Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, and perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the company’s value of exhibiting the highest quality standards

Job duration:

-          Must be able to begin February 2, 2012

-          Assignment is for 6 to 8 months

Company description:

Domaine Chandon, Inc. is the leading sparkling wine producer in the Napa Valley and an emerging producer of varietal wines. Founded in 1973, Domaine Chandon was the first American sparkling wine venture established by a French Champagne house, Moet & Chandon. Domaine Chandon, Inc., is a part of the Wine & Spirits Division of LVMH – Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the leading worldwide luxury goods company specializing in the wine and spirits, fashion, leather goods, perfumes, cosmetics, watches, jewelry and selective retailing.

To apply, please email your resume and complete salary history and salary expectations in a cover letter to jobs@chandon.com.

Chandon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Assistant Winemaker

 Job title: Assistant Winemaker

The Assistant Winemaker will be part of the Estates & Wines Early Career Winemakers’ program rotating to a different global location each year. The candidate for this position must be willing to relocate to a Chandon winery on an annual basis.  Chandon winery locations include Argentina, New Zealand and Australia.  The assistant winemaker will work closely with the Senior Winemaker in all winemaking activities including operations, new product development, winemaking style, and communication of the Chandon brand.

Main Responsibilities

Winemaking (90%)

Safety (10%)

Qualifications

Education: B.S. in Enology or related field

Languages: English and another language preferred

Professional experience & know how:

-          Minimum 3 year’s experience in the winemaking industry

-          Hands on experience with the Methode Champagnoise preferred

Relocation requirement:

-          Must have the ability to relocate to a different global Chandon location each year

-          Must have the ability to adapt to different cultures

Technical & management skills:

-          Knowledge of high end white and red winemaking methods

-          Knowledge of lab analysis and methodology

-          Good organizational and communication skills

-          Excellent computer skills, including, word-processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, AMS and SAP

Personal & interpersonal skills:

-           The ability to communicate and work effectively with employees from many different cultures

-          Ability to work safely, including the proper use of protective equipment and proper handling of hazardous substances as specified in Hazardous Materials Training Program

-          Able to lift and carry 50 pounds, drive forklift, wear respirator

-          Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, and perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the company’s value of exhibiting the highest quality standards

Company description:

Domaine Chandon, Inc., is the leading sparkling wine producer in the Napa Valley and an emerging producer of varietal wines. Founded in 1973, Domaine Chandon was the first American sparkling wine venture established by a French Champagne house, Moet & Chandon. Domaine Chandon, Inc., is a part of the Wine & Spirits Division of LVMH – Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the leading worldwide luxury goods company specializing in the wine and spirits, fashion, leather goods, perfumes, cosmetics, watches, jewelry and selective retailing.

To apply, please email your resume and complete salary history and salary expectations in a cover letter to jobs@chandon.com.

 

Chandon is an Equal Opportunity Employer