Milk Processing and Training Assistant
Mothers’ Milk Bank Austin (MMBA) is a nonprofit founded in 1999 to save the lives of babies through the dispensing of pasteurized donor breast milk. MMBA provides pooled milk to hospitals with Neonatal Intensive Care Units in Texas and multiple other states.
The Milk Processing and Training Assistant supports all aspects of milk processing. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, tenacious and enjoys working in a fast-paced work environment. Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin is the largest milk bank in the world – we are looking for a team member who is excited and proud to join an organization with a long history of safety, quality and leadership in the donor milk industry.
Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin embraces equal opportunity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. We are excited to receive applications from a diverse range of candidates who are representative of the communities we serve. We also strongly encourage you to research our company and ask questions in your interview to make sure our values as an employer align with yours as a prospective employee. Apply today if you think this job is a good fit for you.
Responsibilities
- Understands and performs all tasks related to daily milk processing including thawing, straining, homogenizing, bottling, and labeling of Donor Human Milk in compliance with industry Standards and US FDA food regulations
- Maintains a working knowledge of the regulatory standards that govern those processes, most notably the US Food and Drug Administration and the Human Milk Banking Association of North America.
- Maintains accurate and complete documentation and records
- Maintain a clean and sanitary milk processing environment
- Works as a member of the lab team to complete daily objectives
- Communicates with the Office Assistant to coordinate volunteers daily
- Maintains database of lab staff trainings and certifications.
- Maintains HMBANA Technical Skills Competency Checklist for Milk Processing staff and volunteers
- Serve as a visible spokesperson and advocate for MMBA’s mission and program in the Austin community and beyond.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills
- Comfortable with computers, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Positive ‘can do’ attitude and willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift 25 lbs.
- Ability to acquire Texas Food Handler’s License within 30 days of employment
- Ability to acquire HIPAA certification within 30 days of employment
Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt
Reports to: Milk Processing Manager
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9-5.
Location: This job is in-person at our office located at 5925 Dillard Circle, Austin TX 78752.
Salary Range: $19 to 22 per hour, based on experience
Benefits: Health insurance fully covered for employees, with dependent coverage available at employee’s expense, beginning the first of the month following employment. Vacation and sick time begin accruing immediately upon employment. 401K matching is available after six months of employment.
To apply: Send your cover letter and resume to melissak@milkbank.org. We will accept applications until the position is filled.