LISA WEIZERT
Penticton,BC
Summary
Hardworking and motivated Winemaker with hands-on experience in wine and cider production, including fermentation management, cellar operations, blending, and quality control. Brings strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive approach to new tasks.
Collaborative team player with strong work ethic, creativity, and a results-driven mindset. Committed to supporting senior winemakers, ensuring smooth production, and making a meaningful contribution to the creation of high-quality products.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cidermaker, Operations Manager
Summerland Heritage Cider Company
05.2024 - Current
- Executed all aspects of cider production from pressing, fermentation management, blending, filtering, bottling, labella ing and pasteurizing.
- Approached and solved problems with initiative and sound judgment.
- Maintained detailed records of cidermaking processes and procedures for future reference.
- Performed regular maintenance on cidery equipment such as presses, tanks, pumps, filters, etc.
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency.
Harvest Cellar Hand
Clos Des Fous
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Transferred wine between tanks and filled barrels.
- Worked with grape processing activities such as crushing, destemming, and pressing.
- Took daily fermentation checks to ensure healthy ferment, and adjusted conditions where needed.
- Worked in the laboratory to check the maturity of grapes and the status of ferments.
- Hand-harvested grapes to ensure high-quality fruit.
Harvest Cellar Hand
Enoteca Wineries and Resorts INC
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored fermentation temperatures to ensure consistent quality standards for finished wines. laboratory analysis.
- Successfully operated and maintained all cellar equipment, including pumps, tanks, racking systems, and filtration devices.
- Improved grape quality by meticulously sorting and selecting fruit during the harvest season.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to ensure smooth workflow during peak harvest periods.
Winery Harvest Intern
Mac Forbes
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Operated a variety of winemaking equipment such as presses, pumps, filters and tanks to facilitate grape processing.
- Monitored fermentation process parameters such as temperature, sugar levels and pH to ensure optimal results.
- Assisted in the hand-harvesting of grapes from vineyards, ensuring selection of only ripe and healthy fruit.
- Assisted with barrel management including topping off barrels, racking wines and transferring them between barrels.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy loads around the facility safely and efficiently.
Lead Cellar Hand & Assistant Vineyard Manager
JoieFarm Winery
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Recommended improvements to existing processes based on personal observations made while working in the cellar environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in wine production and winemaking processes.
- Identified problems that arose during the fermentation stages and implemented solutions accordingly.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy loads around the facility safely and efficiently.
- Participated in weekly team meetings regarding progress updates on projects being worked on within the cellar department.
- Maintained accurate records of all fermentations, blending operations, filtrations and other cellar activities.
- Trained new staff members on proper procedures related to winemaking operations.
- Assisted with barrel management including topping off barrels, racking wines and transferring them between barrels.
Education
Certificate - Viticulture
Okanagan College
Penticton06-2022
Certificate - Winery Assistant
Okanagan College
Penticton06-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Tourism Management
Munich University of Applied Sciences
Munich09.2016
Skills
- Organization and Prioritization
- Excellent Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Time Management
- Wine Knowledge
- Forklift Operation
- Inventory management
- Cellar work
LANGUAGE
English Proficient (C2)
German Proficient (C2)
Spanish Upper Intermediate (B2)
Certification
- WSET 2&3, Pass with Distinction
- Italian Wine Scholar Unit 1, Pass with Honours
Timeline
Cidermaker, Operations Manager
Summerland Heritage Cider Company
05.2024 - Current
Harvest Cellar Hand
Clos Des Fous
02.2024 - 03.2024
Harvest Cellar Hand
Enoteca Wineries and Resorts INC
08.2023 - 12.2023
Winery Harvest Intern
Mac Forbes
02.2023 - 04.2023
Lead Cellar Hand & Assistant Vineyard Manager
JoieFarm Winery
04.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Tourism Management
Munich University of Applied Sciences
Certificate - Viticulture
Okanagan College
Certificate - Winery Assistant
Okanagan College
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