Milk Processing Technician

Mothers’ Milk Bank Austin (MMBA) is a nonprofit founded in 1999 to save the lives of babies through the dispensing of prescribed, pasteurized donor breast milk. MMBA has many active programs, including a milk processing lab, a recipient family and hospital community, volunteers, milk donors and ambassadors, community education initiatives, and more.

The Milk Processing Technician supports all functions of milk processing. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and tenacious. The ideal candidate also 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 quality and leadership in the breastfeeding community.

Responsibilities

• Understands and performs all tasks related to daily milk processing including thawing, straining, homogenizing, bottling, and labeling of Donor Human Milk.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the regulatory standards that govern those processes.
• Maintains proper documentation of those processes.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary milk processing environment.
• Works as a member of the lab team to complete daily objectives.
• Serve as a visible spokesperson and advocate for MMBA’s mission and program in the Austin community and beyond.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills.
• 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 lb.
• Ability to acquire Texas Food Handler’s License within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to acquire HIPAA certification within 30 days of employment.

Additional Details

Position Type: Part-time, non-exempt

Reports to: Milk Processing Manager

Schedule: Flexible options within normal working hours Monday-Friday, 9-5.

Location: This job is in-person and occurs in our office at 5925 Dillard Circle, Austin TX 78752.

To apply: Send your cover letter and resume to melissak@milkbank.org.

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.