Gustavo Palma

Casual seasonal work during vintage

• Operated winery machinery including pumps, crushers, presses, and forklifts in a fast-paced production environment.
• Completed shifts of up to 12 hours, including night and weekend work during harvest peak.
• Collected and processed grape and juice samples to measure sugar levels (Baumé), temperature, and pH.
• Accurately recorded weights of incoming fruit loads and monitored tank levels throughout fermentation.
• Maintained strict hygiene and safety procedures while working with chemicals and heavy equipment.
• Worked outdoors and indoors under variable weather and physical conditions, demonstrating strong endurance and attention to detail.

Casual grain harvest work during the wheat and sorghum season.

• Assisted in cleaning silos, augers, and grain handling areas prior to harvest.
• Performed grain sampling and basic moisture checks using standard testing equipment.
• Helped unload trucks and evenly distribute grain inside storage sheds.
• Operated basic tools such as shovels, blowers, and brooms to maintain hygiene standards.
• Worked under supervision while following strict health and safety procedures.
• Operated machinery for grain handling and processing tasks.