Winemaker, Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
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 seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Winemaker to support our winemaking team in producing high-quality commercial-scale wines. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (including VQA), optimizing production processes, and contributing to the success of our wine portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation in winemaking, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
This is a full-time 1-year contract role. Key Responsibilities
- Support the Winemaker in overseeing wine production to meet quality standards and ensure all wines pass VQA certification.
- Support regulatory compliance for wine production and packaging, minimizing risks related to fermentation and finished goods.
- Maintain accurate tank records and update winemaking data in the wine management system.
- Prepare trial blends, samples, and support the VQA submission process.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, bottling, marketing) to meet bottling schedules and product demands.
- Contribute to cost-saving initiatives (COGS) while maintaining or improving product quality.
- Assist in New Product Development (NPD) and ensure successful product launches.
- Participate in supply/demand forecasting (S&OP), ensuring accurate blend codes and production planning.
- Represent the winemaking team in Town Hall meetings and support sales/marketing initiatives as needed.
- Adhere to all OH&S, GMP, HACCP and ISO initiatives.
- Uphold all safety and quality requirements and standards.
Qualifications
- Degree in Food Sciences, Oenology, or Viticulture, or an equivalent required.
- 1-2 Years of experience working in a winery cellar required.
- Hands on and technical understanding of the winemaking process.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
- Team player with a positive attitude and strong communication skills.
- Strong organization and prioritization skills.
- Strong analysis and synthesis of data.
- Excellent computer literacy with functional knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook)/
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
What We Offer
- $60,000 to $78,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
- Training and growth opportunities within a leading wine organization.
- Employee wine discounts and seasonal incentives.
- Supportive, fast-paced work environment with a focus on safety and quality.
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.
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.
About Arterra Wines Canada
As the country’s leading producer and marketer of award-winning, globally recognized Canadian and imported wines, our core purpose is what drives why we do what we do: we believe creating wine is a shared passion. Enjoying wine, a shared pleasure.
WHERE WE ARE TODAY
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.
En tant que premier producteur et distributeur de vins canadiens et importés primés et reconnus dans le monde entier, notre objectif principal est ce qui nous pousse à faire ce que nous faisons : nous pensons que la création de vin est une passion partagée. Apprécier le vin, un plaisir partagé.
OÙ NOUS EN SOMMES AUJOURD'HUI
Notre mission est simple : créer des marques que les gens aiment. En fait, sept des 20 marques les plus importantes au Canada font fièrement partie de la famille Arterra Wines Canada : Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino et Kim Crawford.
Nous avons plus de 140 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie vinicole canadienne, avec cinq domaines viticoles à travers le pays et plus de 1 700 acres de vignobles de première qualité. Nous connaissons la viticulture et ses dernières innovations et, surtout, nous savons ce que les consommateurs canadiens recherchent dans une bouteille de vin.
Winemaker, Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
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 seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Winemaker to support our winemaking team in producing high-quality commercial-scale wines. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (including VQA), optimizing production processes, and contributing to the success of our wine portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation in winemaking, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
This is a full-time 1-year contract role. Key Responsibilities
- Support the Winemaker in overseeing wine production to meet quality standards and ensure all wines pass VQA certification.
- Support regulatory compliance for wine production and packaging, minimizing risks related to fermentation and finished goods.
- Maintain accurate tank records and update winemaking data in the wine management system.
- Prepare trial blends, samples, and support the VQA submission process.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, bottling, marketing) to meet bottling schedules and product demands.
- Contribute to cost-saving initiatives (COGS) while maintaining or improving product quality.
- Assist in New Product Development (NPD) and ensure successful product launches.
- Participate in supply/demand forecasting (S&OP), ensuring accurate blend codes and production planning.
- Represent the winemaking team in Town Hall meetings and support sales/marketing initiatives as needed.
- Adhere to all OH&S, GMP, HACCP and ISO initiatives.
- Uphold all safety and quality requirements and standards.
Qualifications
- Degree in Food Sciences, Oenology, or Viticulture, or an equivalent required.
- 1-2 Years of experience working in a winery cellar required.
- Hands on and technical understanding of the winemaking process.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
- Team player with a positive attitude and strong communication skills.
- Strong organization and prioritization skills.
- Strong analysis and synthesis of data.
- Excellent computer literacy with functional knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook)/
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
What We Offer
- $60,000 to $78,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
- Training and growth opportunities within a leading wine organization.
- Employee wine discounts and seasonal incentives.
- Supportive, fast-paced work environment with a focus on safety and quality.
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.
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.
About Arterra Wines Canada
As the country’s leading producer and marketer of award-winning, globally recognized Canadian and imported wines, our core purpose is what drives why we do what we do: we believe creating wine is a shared passion. Enjoying wine, a shared pleasure.
WHERE WE ARE TODAY
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.
En tant que premier producteur et distributeur de vins canadiens et importés primés et reconnus dans le monde entier, notre objectif principal est ce qui nous pousse à faire ce que nous faisons : nous pensons que la création de vin est une passion partagée. Apprécier le vin, un plaisir partagé.
OÙ NOUS EN SOMMES AUJOURD'HUI
Notre mission est simple : créer des marques que les gens aiment. En fait, sept des 20 marques les plus importantes au Canada font fièrement partie de la famille Arterra Wines Canada : Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino et Kim Crawford.
Nous avons plus de 140 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie vinicole canadienne, avec cinq domaines viticoles à travers le pays et plus de 1 700 acres de vignobles de première qualité. Nous connaissons la viticulture et ses dernières innovations et, surtout, nous savons ce que les consommateurs canadiens recherchent dans une bouteille de vin.