Viticulturist Technician - Sea Smoke Winery at Constellation Brands

Lompoc, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Wine, Beverage, AgricultureIndustries

Requirements

Ability to scout for vineyard pests and diseases
Capability to conduct vineyard sampling and yield estimation activities
Skills in reporting on cultural operations and providing feedback
Experience supporting relationships between Internal Vineyard Operations, Grower Relations, Winemaking, and other departments
Knowledge of technical viticulture policies, SOPs, and vineyard trials
Participation in continuing education on sustainability, labor, economics, and pest management
Ability to monitor farm plan progress, create scouting reports, and track phenology, crop load, canopy management, pest/disease management, fertilization, and irrigation
Proficiency in collecting, organizing, and ensuring standardized viticulture record keeping and data collection
Leadership in sampling efforts (tissue sampling, soil testing, yield estimates, block history)
Experience collecting data for vineyard experiments
Contribution to improving SOPs, processes, and implementing new technologies/practices
Support for Lean, sustainability, and compliance programs
Ability to support technical viticulture development and education of interns, operators, and seasonal samplers
Demonstration of leadership modeling company values and representing the company professionally
Championing sustainable winegrowing practices, certification, and compliance

Responsibilities

Monitor farm plan progress in the field and report on individual block performance, alerting leadership of issues
Create regular scouting reports for management on farming practices, including crop load, canopy management, phenology tracking, pest/disease management, fertilization, and irrigation
Collect and organize vineyard data
Ensure standardized viticulture record keeping and execute data collection for internal vineyards
Lead sampling efforts including tissue sampling, soil testing, yield estimates, long-term block history
Collect data for vineyard experiments to improve wine quality, sustainability, and economics
Perform any other duties as reasonably required to support the department
Contribute to improving standard operating procedures and existing processes for a world-class viticulture program
Support implementation of new technologies and trial new practices/tools with Regional Viticulturist
Participate in continuing education programs, meetings, and research in wine and agricultural industries
Support Lean, sustainability, and compliance programs
Support technical viticulture development and continuing education of interns, operators, and seasonal samplers
Demonstrate leadership by modeling company values, expecting the same from others, and aligning to strategic imperatives
Represent Constellation Brands in regional and industry groups professionally
Champion sustainable winegrowing practices and facilitate certification and compliance

Skills

Viticulture

Pest Scouting

Disease Monitoring

Vineyard Sampling

Yield Estimation

Cultural Operations

SOP Execution

Sustainability

Pest Management

Winegrowing

Constellation Brands

Produces and markets beer, wine, and spirits

About Constellation Brands

Constellation Brands produces and markets a variety of alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits, with a strong presence in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. The company operates by owning and managing a portfolio of popular brands, such as Corona and Modelo, which it imports and sells exclusively in the U.S. Its products are distributed through a wide network, allowing it to reach both individual consumers and large retailers. What sets Constellation Brands apart from its competitors is its focus on brand management and strong brand recognition, which helps it maintain a competitive edge in the market. The company's goal is to create brands that encourage human connections while also being committed to sustainability and responsible operations.

Rochester, New YorkHeadquarters

1945Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased competition in non-alcoholic beverages may impact Constellation's market share.

Integration challenges with Sea Smoke winery could pose financial risks.

Health-conscious trends may reduce sales of traditional alcoholic beverages.

Differentiation

Constellation Brands owns iconic brands like Corona and Modelo, exclusive to the U.S. market.

The company focuses on sustainability, enhancing brand loyalty among eco-conscious consumers.

It has a diverse portfolio, including beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Upsides

Growing demand for premium beverages aligns with Constellation's acquisition of boutique wineries.

Investment in non-alcoholic brand TOST taps into rising health-conscious consumer trends.

RTD market growth supports Constellation's stake in Austin Cocktails and Archer Roose.

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