Job Description: At Arterra Wines Canada, we love inspiring the big and small moments that happen when our products are shared and enjoyed. For us it’s not just about what’s in and on the bottle, it’s what happens in people’s lives when we’re a part of them that keeps us thirsting for more and not resting on our laurels as Canada’s largest and most enjoyed wine company. We put the consumer at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for people who do the same. We are currently recruiting for a Harvest Assistant (Intern) - Contract to support with our upcoming harvest. In this job, the successful candidate will be part of our grape harvest process. This is a seasonal employment opportunity and work will begin mid-August and end mid to late November (hard dates confirmed with successful candidates closer to the harvest period). Job Responsibilities: Receiving fruit Visual assessment of incoming fruit Keeping detailed records in a spreadsheet for all deliveries Performing grape chemistry testing Assisting our winemaking team with trials Daily tank and product checks What you will bring: Punctual and hardworking Possess problem solving skills Great attention to detail Work well as part of a team Excellent skills using spreadsheets in Excel; comfortable using a computer Capable of lifting 20kg, climbing stairs Willing to work long hours, shift work, and overtime if necessary Keen to learn What we offer: Competitive wage and incentive program Training & Development Programs An opportunity to learn about the world of wine Compensation: $21 - $22 per hour We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs. Our mission is simple – to build brands people love. In fact, seven of the top 20 brands in Canada are proudly part of the Arterra Wines Canada family: Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino and Kim Crawford. We have more than 140 years of experience in the Canadian wine industry, with five estate wineries across the country and over 1,700 acres of premium vineyards. We have our pulse on viticulture and its latest innovations and most importantly, an understanding of what Canadian consumers are looking for in a bottle of wine. We own and operate 164 Wine Rack retail stores in Ontario and sell wine kits and products for winemaking through our RJS Craft Winemaking business.
