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Seasonal Lab Technician

GALLO, Livingston, CA, United States


Overview

Job Req ID:106998
Job Type:Full-time
Work Category:Onsite
Application Close Date: 05/31/2026
Sponsorship:Not Available
Compensation: $21.75 - $21.75
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We are GALLO. We're a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, recognized as a Glassdoor "Best Places to Work." We have 130+ brands in our total alcohol beverage portfolio including wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages. We are home to the #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S.—Barefoot Wine & High Noon—and are the official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America.
A Taste of What You'll Do
Looking for an exciting seasonal opportunity in the worlds of wine and chemistry? Join GALLO's Turner Road Vintners Quality Assurance team. We are hiring seasonal Lab Technicians for the 2026 season. In this role, you will perform routine physical and chemical analysis of grapes, grape products, alcoholic beverages, water, and other related materials. With the guidance of our experienced team, you will observe the department's safety practices, procedures, and quality system, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and excellence. If you are passionate about science, dedicated to accuracy, and committed to excellence, come spend a season in wine and analytical chemistry.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all sanitation inspections and microbiology analysis

Performs the routine analysis utilizing appropriate distillation, titrimetric, colorimetric and instrumental methods supporting the grape harvest

Operates, calibrates and maintains laboratory instruments such as an auto-titrator, refractometer, density meter, ion specific electrodes, gas chromatographs, high performance liquid chromatographs, infrared analyzers, atomic absorption spectrometer, balances, turbidimeters, and other instruments as required to perform duties

Receives rush samples, prioritizes samples and tests, analyzes samples and reports results in a timely manner as specified

Enters test results into the laboratory information management system in a timely manner

Prepares chemical solutions used in the laboratory and disposes of chemical wastes according to guidelines

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree OR High School diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus 3 years or Seasonal GALLO experience OR High School diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus 3 years of experience in Seasonal or Lab Technician at a winery or vineyard

Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills

Ability to lift and carry cases of product up to 50 pounds

Must maintain 3 shift availability (day, swing, and graveyard); overtime and weekend work may be required

Ability to conduct work at extreme heights

Must be at least 21 years of age

Travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events up to 5% of the time with or without reasonable accommodation

Must be 18 years or older (in addition to other age requirements, if applicable)

Benefits & Perks
We are committed to providing competitive compensation, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being. Benefits depend on your work category and may include medical and dental coverage, 401k plans, profit sharing, pet insurance, company holidays, access to an employee wine shop, and more. Additional information will be provided before your first interview.

The Fine Print

The Company does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.

Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and market data. In addition to the salary, this position may be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participate in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.

This position will be based on-site with no telecommuting option. You will be expected to live within a commutable distance.

Open to internal candidates for a minimum of 5 days and external candidates for a minimum of 3 days.

Gallo is committed to equal employment opportunities and not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics as required by law. Reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities is available in recruitment. If you need assistance, please contact the provided number in the original posting.

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