Daniel Barragan
Sonoma,CA
Summary
Dedicated cellar worker at Trinchero Family Estates, skilled in fermentation monitoring and quality control. Enhanced wine quality through meticulous chemical analysis and effective teamwork, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Committed to safety compliance and operational efficiency, consistently reducing waste during production processes while maintaining high sanitation standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cellar Worker
Trinchero Family Estates
Saint Helena, CA
08.2019 - Current
- Preserved the quality of stored wines by monitoring and adjusting environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and lighting conditions within the cellar.
- Safeguarded the integrity of wine blends by diligently conducting chemical analysis and adjusting as needed.
- Facilitated smooth handover between shifts through diligent record-keeping, enabling seamless continuation of tasks without disruptions or delays in production timescales.
- Reduced waste during bottling process through careful equipment calibration and consistent quality checks.
- Minimized errors during racking procedures by utilizing clear labeling systems for barrels undergoing transfers or treatments.
- Maintained high levels of sanitation within the facility via regular cleaning routines including pressure washing floors, sanitizing equipment surfaces, and removing debris from work areas.
- Maximized fermentation efficiency with thorough temperature control strategies, ensuring optimal yeast health throughout the process.
- Increased overall productivity within the winery by cross-training on multiple roles, allowing flexibility in task delegation when necessary.
- Upheld cleanliness standards within the cellar, contributing to a safe and sanitary work environment for all team members.
- Enhanced wine quality by closely monitoring fermentation processes and making necessary adjustments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication, sharing expertise with team members, and promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through proper use of protective equipment, adherence to safety guidelines, and timely reporting of incidents or concerns.
- Assisted with harvest activities to ensure efficient grape processing and minimized loss of product.
- Contributed to effective communication within the team by regularly attending meetings, sharing updates on tasks, and collaborating on projects.
- Washed production lines and storage containers to maintain clean and efficient work areas.
- Read temperature, flow, and other meters and documented information.
- Kept operations in compliance with company, safety and legal requirements.
- Dumped, poured and loaded specified amounts of refined or unrefined materials into equipment or containers for further processing or storage.
- Took samples every to compare quality with specifications.
- Completed frequent inspections to identify and resolve problems affecting performance.
Landscaper
Barragan Landscaping
Sonoma, CA
07.2000 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Graduate Certificate - General Studies
Sonoma Valley High School
Sonoma06.2000
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning protocols
- Fermentation monitoring
- Labeling accuracy
- Sanitation procedures
- Sensory evaluation
- Chemical handling
- Batch mixing
- Temperature control
- Barrel handling
- Wine history
- Pump operation
- Safety regulations
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Machine set up
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Machine control
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Machine operation
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Production experience
- Safety compliance
- Relationship building
- Tool operation
- Equipment cleaning
- Documentation skills
- Visual inspection
- Forklift operation
- Production monitoring
- Task prioritization
- Physical coordination
- Interpersonal skills
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Quality control
- Waste management
- Equipment cleaning and sterilization
- Tanker loading
- Tank sterilization
- Material inspection
- Sampling
- Process control
- Analytical skills
- Reading comprehension
- Operation Monitoring
- Product sampling
- Equipment inspection
- Tank filling experience
- Technical understanding
- Mathematical proficiency
- Precision measurement
- Physical stamina
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cellar Worker
Trinchero Family Estates
08.2019 - Current
Landscaper
Barragan Landscaping
07.2000 - Current
Graduate Certificate - General Studies
Sonoma Valley High School