Quality Technician I

Job Description

**Graveyard Shift**

Position Summary

Under general supervision, provide and ensure Quality Services operational support during production process.  Validate compliance to product specifications and adherence to GMP’s through routine and advanced chemical and micro analyses on wines, juices, concentrates, spirits, and other Company products.  Communicate with and provide feedback to production team members to facilitate process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and packaging tests to determine if wines, components, packaging materials, and other products meet Company and regulatory specifications.
• Perform analytical tests to determine if wines and other products meet Company regulatory specifications.
• Perform micro related functions to meet Company regulatory specifications.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Prepare reagents and standard solutions.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute required reports and records.
• Actively participate in and support Woodbridge Winery’s ISO 9001:2008 and Safe Quality Foods (SQF) Quality Management Program.
• Actively participate in and support Woodbridge Winery’s safety program.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Work off shifts and overtime (daily and 6th/7th day) as assigned.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Enology, Biological Science, or Chemistry
• 0-2 years’ lab experience (equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable)
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions/direction
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Must be able to recognize potential problems that require solutions to be found at a higher level
• Basic writing and math skills
• Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Vintrace, SAP, Enablon and Intellepac

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Work Environment:

    -   Works outdoors/indoors

    -   Works in warm/cold climates

    -   Works in high places

    -   Works on wet surfaces

    -   Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals

    -   Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic

    -   Must be able to move up to 55 lbs

    -   Primary office environment may be warehouse/distribution setting

• Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Location

Acampo, California

Additional Locations

Job Type

Full time

Job Area

Operations and Production

The salary range for this role is:

$21.95 - $32.93

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.  At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.