Milk Tech Specialist - 141874

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Milk Lab Specialist at University of California - San Diego Medical Centers handles receipt, transport, pasteurization, and dispensing of donor human milk for hospitals and families, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role also includes leading and mentoring junior staff, troubleshooting processing and shipping steps, and supporting process improvements; flexibility to work across locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Food handling certification and relevant milk-handling experience.
• Proficient data recording and computer skills.
• Familiar with shipping requirements and hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Receive and transport raw milk, and oversee pasteurization processes.
• Prepare, dispense donor milk and fortified formulas for hospitals and families.
• Troubleshoot pasteurization and shipping processes; mentor junior staff.
• Support process improvements and handle cross-location responsibilities.

Skills

Food Handler Cert

3+ yrs milk experience

Dry ice card

Data entry

Equipment handling

Attention to detail

Hazardous shipping knowledge

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

This is a UC San Diego Internal Recruitment open to UCSD and UCSD Health System Staff Only

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, the Milk Lab Specialist is responsible performing specific tasks related to the receipt and transportation of raw milk; preparation, pasteurization, and dispensing of donor human milk to be supplied to hospitals, families, and other non-profit milk banks; preparation of fortified human milk and formula to be supplied to hospitalized patients. Serves as a resource for trouble shooting pasteurization and shipping processes; preparation and dispensing of prepared nutrition feedings; assists with developing and implementing process improvements, serves as a lead and mentor to junior counter parts. May perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Food Handler Education Certification.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience handling breast milk (either mixing/preparing, receiving, disposing) within a healthcare or milk bank setting or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Dry ice handler card within 90 days.
• Solid computer skills necessary for effective data recording.
• Ability to utilize specialized equipment.
• High attention to detail, deadlines, accuracy and organization.
• Knowledge of shipping requirements and hazardous materials.
• Ability to properly identify, prioritize, and handle all supply inventory in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience as a milk tech, feedings room preparation, surgical tech, lab tech or med tech.
• Experience with the receiving, storage, and processing of biological materials.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Human Milk Banking standards.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $87,404 - $108,743 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $41.86 - $52.08

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).