Milk Tech Assistant - 134769

The University of California Health Milk Bank was established to help support neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and families in the region and the state. They do this by providing safe, pasteurized human milk that has been donated by breastfeeding parents. The University of California Health Milk Bank, operated by UC San Diego Health, is the second in California to be accredited by the Human Milk Banking Association of North America. It is the only milk bank in the nation that is part of a health care system.

This position is for our new University of California Health Milk Bank that opened in the Spring of 2020. Our goals are to help mothers breastfeed, to improve breast milk donation and to ensure that all premature or ill babies in our region have access to donor milk. Learn more by clicking Here

Under direct supervision, the Milk Bank Assistant supports the milk bank's daily operations by assisting in receiving, labeling, organizing, and storing donor human milk. The assistant ensures proper handling of milk donations, prepares shipments, and maintains cleanliness in the work environment. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and effective teamwork to support milk processing and distribution. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Current Food handler Education Certification or must obtain within 60 days of hire.

• Dry ice handler card within 90 days.

• Ability to properly identify, prioritize, and handle all supply inventory in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures.

• Ability to perform frequent cleaning/sanitizing of work area and equipment, use personal protective equipment properly, learn sterile technique, and maintain a high level of quality control in day to day tasks.

• Demonstrated ability to utilize specialized equipment.

• Proficient computer skills necessary for effective data recording.

• Excellent attention to detail, deadlines, accuracy, and organization.

• Prior experience in a healthcare, laboratory, food handling, or shipping environment is helpful but not required.
• Knowledge of Human Milk Banking Association of North America standards.
• Knowledge of shipping requirements and handling of hazardous materials (dry ice).
• One (1) year of previous experience with the receiving, storage, processing, pasteurization, and/or shipping of biologic materials.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• On the job training of Good Manufacturing Practices set forth by the FDA, HMBANA (Human Milk Banking Association of North America) guidelines, CDPH requirements, Dry Ice Handling, and department specific Food Safety Plans and Policies.