Korbel Champagne Cellars, located in Guerneville, CA, is seeking a Bottling Line Mechanic to join our maintenance team.

General Responsibilities
-Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on high speed bottling line equipment.
-Monitor and update maintenance procedures as required.
-Troubleshoot machinery as needed when production lines are running and during line start-ups.
-Conduct electrical and mechanical repairs on machinery.
-Perform repairs or manufactures spare parts.
-Install new equipment and changeovers for packaging differences.

Requirements
2-3 years’ experience at skilled level in similar environment (i.e. high speed bottling or packaging).
1-2 years electrical experience with machine controls (i.e. motor starters, photo electronics and limit switches).
Ability to read basic prints and schematics.
Ability to work a rotating shift schedule and maintain a good attendance record.
Must have good communication skills.
Must be safety minded and follow safe work practices.
Must be able to lift 54 lbs.

Position starts at $28.50+/hour.

Please e-mail resumes to hr@korbel.com, or fax to (707) 824-7381, or you may complete an application at: F. Korbel & Bros., Inc., 13250 River Road, Guerneville, CA 95446. This is a full-time position with benefits including health, dental, vacation and 401(k).

Korbel Champagne Cellars, located in the picturesque Russian River Valley, has been a fixture in Sonoma County since 1882. We are the number one selling California Champagne in the nation, with a beautiful facility to boot! But in order to maintain our property, we need your help! Thousands of visitors tour our property annually and as such, we are seeking a hard-working, reliable individual for a full-time janitorial position. We are seeking to fill the swing shift (4pm – 12:30 a.m.); weekend availability required. Candidates must have basic English communication skills. This is an entry level position, with room for growth and opportunity; hourly rate starts at $20.00/hr.

After meeting eligibility, our employees are offered the following competitive benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off/Sick Time
• Discounts at Wine Shop and gourmet Delicatessen

Interested in applying? Applications are available 8-4:30 M-F at F. Korbel & Bros., Inc., 13250 River Rd., Guerneville, CA 95446, fax resume to (707) 824-7381 or email hr@korbel.com.

Korbel Champagne Cellars, located in the beautiful Russian River Valley, has been producing California Champagne in Sonoma County since 1882. With a long history of craftsmanship and quality, we’re proud to offer rewarding career opportunities in a unique and picturesque setting.

Our Production department is currently seeking a Sanitation Foreperson to join our team on the night shift. The normal schedule for this position is 3:30p.m. – 12:00a.m., and possibly 5:30p.m. – 2: 00a.m. when running the second shift. This hands-on leadership position oversees all sanitation and sterilization activities across our bottling, brandy, disgorging, and environmental areas. The Sanitation Foreperson ensures that all cleaning processes meet strict food safety, quality, and regulatory standards while leading and supporting a dedicated sanitation crew.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform and supervise sanitation cleaning for all equipment and production work areas.
• Execute and verify tasks on the 52-week Master Sanitation Schedule and maintain compliance records.
• Use correct sanitation chemistry including titration and concentration check to verify proper dosing.
• Comply with the Code of Safe Practice, GMPs, chemical SDS requirements, and PPE enforcement.
• Lead pre-work communication, assign tasks, and ensure sanitation crew readiness each night.
• Ensure lockout/tagout rules are followed during sanitation and equipment teardown tasks.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust sanitation timing and line changeovers as needed to meet operational needs.
• Train sanitation employees in sanitation science, safe practices, and sanitation verification standards.
• Report equipment or safety concerns immediately; create Maintenance work orders when required.
• Support environmental monitoring such as ATP tests or swab verification when trained/assigned.
• Ensure sanitation logs and documentation are completed clearly, accurately, and on time.
• Recommend updates to sanitation SOPs to improve food safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, with a four-year degree in a preferred science, food, or technical field. A minimum of five years of sanitation leadership experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment is required. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical knowledge of sanitation chemistry, food safety hazards, and SDS compliance, along with solid mechanical aptitude and the ability to work safely around production equipment. Effective leadership and communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to train, motivate, and hold employees accountable to sanitation standards. The position requires someone who can work independently, manage changing priorities, and maintain detailed records. Forklift certification (or the ability to obtain certification) is required. English fluency is necessary, and Spanish language skills are a plus. This position also requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work in wet environments, and perform repetitive motion tasks during sanitation activities. The pay rate for this position is $32.80/ hour.

Full Time positions include the following competitive benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • 401(k) plan with Company Match
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts

Please submit your resume to: F. Korbel & Bros., 13250 River Rd., Guerneville, CA 95446 Attn: HR or email to HR@korbel.com