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Harvest Laboratory Internship

CompanyDelicato Family Wines
LocationManteca
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 6, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Lab Technician performs chemical analysis of grapes, juice, fermenters, and wine to support wine quality. They operate laboratory instruments, maintain data integrity, and participate in blend evaluations and sensory projects.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$21 - $32
Company Size
776
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
UNCORK YOUR POTENTIAL... Delicato Family Wines, one of the fastest growing wine companies in the country has more than 90 years of California winemaking and grape growing heritage. Family owned and operated since the company’s founding in 1924, three generations of Indelicato family have fostered the winery’s commitment to innovation, quality and environmental stewardship – cornerstones that have harnessed the family’s long-term focus and solidified the winery as an internationally recognized leader in the industry. Under the leadership of CEO, Chris Indelicato, the winery harvests some of the most diverse and desirable vineyard estates across the top regions of California. Today, Delicato Family Wines farms 4,000 acres of vineyards including San Bernabe Vineyard in Monterrey, one of California's oldest grape-growing regions; Clay Station, a remarkable vineyard property located in the rolling, sunny foothills in Lodi and Black Stallion Estate Winery in the Napa Valley along the famed Silverado Trail. As nearly a century’s worth of hard work continues to flourish, Delicato Family Wines is committed to producing and representing wines of the highest quality produced in accordance with sustainable winegrowing practices. Today Delicato is the fastest growing wine company in the Top Ten wine companies in the US, with a diverse portfolio of brands such as Bota Box; Gnarly Head; Delicato’s luxury Silverado Trail Black Stallion Estate Winery; Z. Alexander Brown wines made with Grammy-winning performer Zac Brown; and Earth Wise Vineyards from certified organic grapes.
About the Role

Position Purpose

Under general supervision, the Lab Technician is responsible for performing analysis to support wine quality. Following standard operating procedures, this position utilizes wet-bench chemistry, analytical instrumentation and performs data entry.

Functional Responsibility

Essential Duties

  • Performs chemical analysis of grapes, juice, fermenters, and wine following standard operating procedures and protocols 
  • Operates laboratory instruments such as auto titrators, infrared analyzers, turbidimeter, density meter, Atomic Emission Spectroscopy, and other technical instruments
  • Performs data entry using various types of applications
  • Maintains Data Integrity and Impartiality 
  • Samples and analyzes wine/juice in barrels
  • Completes daily lab start-up and shut down following standard procedures and protocols
  • Prepares wine for bottling by making tank adjustments to meet specifications
  • Maintains ISO 9001 compliance within the lab 
  • Continuously audits analytical data 
  • May execute wine fining trials
  • Monitors inventory of lab supplies 
  • Maintains a strong customer service relationship with internal customers
  • Participates in blend evaluations, tasting panels and sensory projects as requested
  • Participates in method validation projects
  • Pulls samples from tanks as necessary

*Other duties may be assigned

Non-Essential Duties

*Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Enology, Food Science, Biology, or other related science field
  • 6+ months previous analytical lab experience preferred

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong communication and organizational skills. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel  
  • Ability to prioritize work while adapting to changing priorities 
  • Brings a positive work environment 
  • Knowledge of good laboratory skills including sample and reagent preparation, sample handling, and good record keeping

Certificates and Licenses

  • Acceptable driving history with valid Driver’s License

Working Conditions

  • Analytical lab in a temperature-controlled environment
  • May be required to drive automotive vehicle or equipment 
  • Indoor and outdoor environment with exposure to the elements/temperature variations
  • Extended Hours
  • Shift Rotation
  • Required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
  • Work at protected heights of 50’
  • Work in close quarters or confined spaces
  • Exposure to varying levels of dust, chemicals, fumes, gases, and noisy equipment 

Work Standards

  • Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
  • Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
  • Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
  • Follows all Company policies and procedures

Additional Comments

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

​California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is a Non-Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $20.69 to $32.34. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.

 

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

 

Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ​

Key Skills
Chemical AnalysisLaboratory InstrumentsData EntryISO 9001 ComplianceCustomer ServiceBlend EvaluationsSample HandlingRecord KeepingMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSafety StandardsTeamwork
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