Quality Control Technician (Swing Shift) (Wine Jobs: Management & Administration)

Full Time

  Bogle Vineyards, Inc.

  Clarksburg, California

Bogle Vineyards is a recognized leader for producing highly acclaimed wines. We are family owned and operated and are committed to preserving our family business and it's culture. Bogle Winery is located in the heart of the exceptional AVA of Clarksburg, CA.

We are currently searching for a Quality Control Technician to join our Quality Team on swing shift.

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for performing routine tasks pertaining to Bottling Line QC and assists in laboratory analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Inspect for proper function of all production line and bottling techniques. 

•  Maintain daily records of calibrations and standardizations of lab equipment

•  Ensures precision and accuracy of analysis

•  Prepares wine tanks prior to production and finished bottle analysis:

•  Perform incoming inspection to ensure supplies meet specifications

•  Inspect for proper function of all production line and bottling techniques

•  Perform routinely scheduled bottling line audits including but not limited to:

o Verify proper materials are brought to line

o Ensure wine is within Winemaker and TTB specifications

o Inspect incoming glass

o Monitor wine temperature and oxygen from tank to bottle

o Check the vacuum in the bottle, fill levels and headspace, closure placement and integrity, and removal torques

o Verify that the correct labels are used and label placement

o Inspect bottle and case for accuracy and legibility of printed information and date coding

o Inspect case for correct printing, glue application, label placement, and case weight

o Inspect pallets for the correct pallet formation and stretch wrap

o Inspect bottling line area for cleanliness 

•  Microbiology monitoring including swabbing and finished bottle plating

•  Maintain the necessary documentation for daily QC and detailed records

•  Compile inspection records and generates NCP reports

•  Perform audits of finished goods and record results of inspections

•  Maintain and organize laboratory bottle library

•  May assist other departments and suppliers with special projects and problem resolution

•  Adheres to applicable procedures as they relate to Quality Control Department.

•  Oversee rework projects 

Ability to help laboratory during harvest and help with sample pulling and accurately preform and report all analyses for review in accordance with established procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

•  Completion of college level coursework in a science. Bachelors preferred.

•  One year experience working in a lab environment or production facility

•  Knowledge of lab analysis and methodology

•  Must be detail oriented with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

•  Microsoft Excel skills and Winemaker Data Base

•  Must be quality focused, punctual, and reliable

•  Must be team oriented and willing to assist others

•  Must be able to work swing shift and work long hours as needed and during harvest

•  Ability to reprioritize activities on an ongoing basis depending on changing conditions

•  Must have a California driver’s license and must be insurable by the company’s insurance provider.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The lab contains hazardous chemicals. Cellar, bottling and barrel warehouse present a challenging environment: hot and cold, wet, slippery and often noisy. Must be able to walk up and down stairs, ladders, and mobile platforms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk, bend, twist, and be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Must comply with all safety equipment requirements including ear plugs, safety glasses and vests, and hard hats.

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