Harvest Cellar Hand & Lab Assistant in Lompoc, California at Terlato Wine Group

Sanford Winery is now hiring for the 2026 Harvest Season! We are looking for passionate individuals who are dedicated to working hard and making great wines! Come join our extraordinary team for an unforgettable harvest!

Harvest Cellar Hand & Lab Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support Harvest Enologist with laboratory operations – which includes the following but is not limited to:
  • Vineyard sample analysis, collecting juice/fermentation samples and fermentation checks
  • Recording analysis, entering in data in a timely manner, and sharing results with Winemaker
• Assist in receiving and processing fruit
• Sanitation of winery equipment
• Perform additions to juice, must & wine
• Perform pump-overs/punch downs
• Juice racking, and wine movements from tank to tank
• Barrel filling, topping, stirring, and racking
• Remove pomace from tanks & presses
• Record data and complete work orders

We are looking for hard working candidates with a positive attitude and ability to multitask in a busy environment. The ideal applicant should be able to pay close attention to detail, be committed to quality and passionate about wine! Previous Harvest experience preferred, but not a must. Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds. Shift work and overtime required, must have reliable transportation and report to work on time. Ability to read and follow work orders. Must work safely around moving equipment and electricity.

Sanford is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Sanford is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable law. If you require an accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please contact Kimmy Sheehy at 847-604-5715.

The pay range listed for this position is the range the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors permitted by law, including relevant skills, job-related factors, experience, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for bonuses, commissions, equity, and benefits, where applicable.