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  • Sector: Skilled Labor
  • Function: Lab Tech Winery
  • Contact Email: mlira@nelsonconnects.com
  • Expiration Date: 15 October 2023
  • Job Ref: Nelson_2179261_1694814343

Job Number: 2179261

Responsibilities:

Seasonal support for existing lab staff, by performing analytical chemistry analysis in a wine lab.

Sanitation of the laboratory is one of the primary functions or this position (i.e., washing glassware, cleaning counter tops, etc.)

Works in the lab under the direction of the full-time lab staff and wine chemists.

Perform chemical analyses of wines and juices using a variety of methods, including titration, distillation, enzymatic chemistry, atomic absorption, and other specialized instrumentation.

Prepare chemical reagents.

Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a high throughput analytical laboratory.

Perform bench-scale trials, to include trial blending, stability testing, filterability, color evaluations, fining trials, and acid or sugar series to support the production of several brands.

Maintain and troubleshoot diverse and complex laboratory instruments.

Responsible for general housekeeping of lab.

Cleans glassware, countertops, lab equipment, and instrumentation regularly, maintaining good general housekeeping of the Lab.

Accurately transcribe lab results to appropriate forms and/or databases.

Ability to work overtime as needed and rotate through various work schedules to include shifts starting in the early morning or late afternoons.

Perform Quality Assurance tasks, as needed.


Qualifications:

bachelor's degree in science, preferably chemistry or fermentation science preferred, plus winery or related lab experience a plus.

Good understanding of analytical chemistry and lab instrumentation.

Computer literacy in Excel required.

Ability to perform chemical analyses in an accurate and timely manner.

Familiarity with Microsoft Window applications.

Strong mathematical skills.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Strong organizational and time management, attention to detail.

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Temporary Associate Benefits Offered: Weekly benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, EAP, Life AD&D, STD, Commuter FSA, + state mandated benefits.

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