Cleanup & General Labourers - Winery Operations

At Andrew Peller Limited (APL), we deliver the perfect brand experience for every lifestyle, occasion, and generation. Through collaboration, open communication, honesty, drive to win, and accountability, _**_we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day._**

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Who We Are_**
- We are one of Canada's largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking. _
- We produce some of Canada's most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience._
- We are seeking extraordinary, enthusiastic _**_Cleanup Persons & General Labourers _**_to join our _**_Kelowna team, _**_supporting Winery Operations. Our Winery is in_ the heart of Kelowna between downtown and Knox Mountain, _**_Calona Winery_**_ has the distinction of being British Columbia's original winery. As a pioneer in the BC wine industry, Calona leads the way to higher levels of craftsmanship and professionalism. Calona's wines are award-winning, rivaling the world's most established names to prove the Okanagan Valley is at the international forefront of fine wine production. _
- Reporting into the_**_ Department Supervisors_**_, we are recruiting for _**_Cleanup Persons &_**_ _**_General Labourers_**_, to work in our Packaging and Cellars departments, who will be responsible for delivering according to established cellar and production schedules in an efficient and cost-effective manner._

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We offer:_**
- _ An opportunity to learn about winemaking, from Vine to Bottle_
- _ An employee gift card loaded each month to use at our restaurants and retail stores for wine or other products_
- _ An opportunity to work with experienced teammates including winemakers_
- _ A comprehensive health and wellness package including participation in the company pension_
- _ Work in a fun, engaging and supportive environment_

**_ What you offer:_**
- _ Grade 12 with previous experience working in a fast-paced, physically demanding manufacturing environment _
- _ Self-motivated, organized, have good mechanical/mathematical skills, attention to detail, and technical aptitude_
- _ Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals. _
- _Actively support and promote a culture focused on Health and Safety, environmental enhancement as well adhere to HACCP requirements and the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) _
- _Must be willing to work all shifts (day, afternoon, or night shift) and work under mínimal supervision. Some work may occur in cold, damp conditions, and sometimes at heights; capable of performing all duties with a sense of urgency and with a positive, team-oriented approach _
- _Able to lift to 50 lbs._
- _ A passion for working in a winery manufacturing facility and is interested in learning about wine_
- _ Ability to work evenings, weekends and holiday work required with increased frequency during harvest_

**_ What you will be doing:_**
- _ Working on various production lines, operating packaging equipment (fillers, labelers, automated case packers) in the manufacturing facility_
- _ Completing quality testing to ensure products meet or exceed specifications_
- _ Following work tickets to accomplish specified wine making tasks_
- _ Ensure that packaging equipment and lines are prepared properly for daily production in a timely manner _
- _Moving pumps and hoses into place to pump product._
- _ Maintains a safe work environment; _

**This is a Unionized role and belongs to the SEIU Local 2 Branch Local 300 Union.**

Starting Hourly Rate: Initial $24.72 as General Labour, with an increase to $29.66 when successfully designated as Cleanup Person, as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment.