Company Name: Foreign Affair Winery Location: Vineland ON, Canada Hiram Walker and Corby’s portfolio of owned brands include some of the most renowned brands in Canada, including JP Wisers, Canadian Whisky, Lamb's Rum, and Polar Ice Vodka. Corby distributes leading Pernod Ricard international brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Chivas Regal, Glenlivet, Ballantine’s Scotch Whiskies, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Beefeater Gin, Malibu Rum, Kahlua Liqueur, Mumm Champagne, Jacob's Creek, Wyndham Estate and Stoneleigh wines. An overview of the entire Corby portfolio shows over 5,000,000 cases sold annually, with Corby being a significant importer of wines and having an approximate 21 percent market share of spirit sales in Canada. We were named one of Canada’s Best Workplaces for 7 years by The Great Place to Work® Institute Canada, based on employee survey results and an audit of workplace excellence and people management practices. Working here is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word convivialité, it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. We are in the business of creating moments that matter, starting with how we work! Let your ambition lead you toward outstanding opportunities with progressive rewards. For insight on our heritage please click: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaXS-oxdU5U&feature=player_embedded For more information on Foreign Affair Winery and our portfolio of wines, please visit our website at Home | The Foreign Affair Winery Position Summary Under the supervision of the Winemaker and Assistant Winemaker, this position performs routine cellar duties related to operating and caring for pumps, presses, hoses and other cellar equipment. May direct less skilled workers. May assist in the training of less skilled workers. Carries out moderate to advanced tasks such as safety training, independent analysis of operating procedure and detailed knowledge of the position and procedures. Key Responsibilities Following high safety standards Follow all cellar protocols, standards and procedures Load and unload trucks and press operation Efficient filter operation, e.g. crossflow filtration Chemical additions to wine and juice Cleaning and Sanitation in all areas (facility and equipment) Equipment set-up Basic maintenance through visual inspection and report problems Wine transfer, racking and blending Understanding of barrel operations, racking, filling and topping Other duties assigned by Winemaker and Assistant Winemaker Support winery events and retail activities as needed Skills / Qualifications / Experience - Essential: Minimum 3 years of cellar experience operating and caring for, pumps, presses, hoses and other cellar equipment High school diploma or equivalent Must be able to work weekends Smart Serve certified - Desirable: Safety mindset and training Experienced in operating winery equipment. Leadership or supervisory experience Computer literacy Forklift experience Previous retail sales and/or hospitality experience - Special Conditions: Flexible working hours and overtime may be required Harvest shift work Work in all weather conditions Ability to lift up to 25kg and stand for long periods of time Commitment to promoting wine knowledge and culture Work is performed in a typical field environment with moderate demands for movement and lifting We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, including Indigenous, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, creed, family status, national origin, age, and gender. Pernod Ricard and its Canadian Affiliates Corby Spirit and Wine Limited, and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd. are committed to providing accessible employment practices. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process or wish to view our accommodation policies, please contact the Human Resources Department at Accessibilty.Canada@pernod-ricard.com. For Ontario Applicants, our practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Job Posting End Date: Target Hire Date: 2025-07-16 Target End Date: Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits industry, with consolidated sales of €11.6 Billion in 2024, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our comprehensive portfolio of premium brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. We are a business with a soul: a company with family values, deeply rooted in our terroirs and legacy. We drive the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our 19,500+ employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Our shared purpose, mission, ambition and culture define who we are and drive our collective success.
