Harvest Lab Technician - The Prisoner Wine Company

About the Role

We are looking for a Lab Technician with the desire to participate in hands-on learning in the wine industry during Harvest 2026. This temporary assignment, generally between August through November, involves validating compliance to product specifications and adherence to GMPs through routine and advanced chemical analyses on juices, wines, spirits, and other company products. The role requires communication with production team members to facilitate process improvement and ensures safe and efficient production.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow all laboratory work instructions and safety procedures.
• Standardize equipment as needed and ensure it is working properly.
• Perform accurate routine and advanced chemical and physical analysis on wines, juices, concentrates, and other company products.
• Collect samples from tanks and barrels, prepare samples for analysis.
• Prepare reagents and standard solutions.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute required reports and records.
• Contribute to producing quality products by completing assignments in a safe, efficient, and valuable manner.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and a safe, sanitary working environment.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to work from August through the end of November.
• Ability to work various shifts, including weekends and overtime.
• Recent graduate or pursuing a degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of analytical procedures.
• Strong knowledge of mathematics.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to precisely follow directions.
• Experience in computer applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook).

Qualifications

• Previous lab experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of various wine types (preferred).
• Ability to handle multiple tasks (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal skills (preferred).

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Works both outdoors and indoors.
• Works in warm and cold climates.
• Works in high places.
• Works on wet surfaces.
• Is exposed to loud noise, fumes, and/or toxic chemicals.
• Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic.
• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs.
• Primary office environment may be a warehouse/distribution setting.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Lifting may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

Pay rate: $23.00/hr

Location: St. Helena, California

Job Type: Full-time

Job Area: Internships