Insect Production Technician

The Bug Company; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Bug Company is seeking a Production Associate to join our team and support daily insect production operations. You will handle live insects, perform husbandry tasks, and help maintain quality and sanitation throughout the facility.

You will follow production procedures, assist with packaging, and work with teammates to meet daily goals in a hot, humid, and dusty environment. Prior experience is helpful but not required, and safety is a core value.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work in hot, humid, dusty conditions.
• Careful follower of safety and quality procedures.
• Reliable and able to adhere to shift routines.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily insect husbandry and production tasks.
• Handle live insects safely and responsibly.
• Follow established production procedures and quality standards.
• Conduct quality control inspections throughout production.
• Operate basic equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas.
• Follow safety and handling procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Safety-minded

Detail-oriented

Dependable

Teamwork

Tools

Tape guns

Packaging tools

Job description

The Bug Company is seeking a Production Associate to join our team and support daily insect production operations. You will handle live insects, perform husbandry tasks, and help maintain quality and sanitation throughout the facility.

You will follow production procedures, assist with packaging, and work with teammates to meet daily goals in a hot, humid, and dusty environment. Prior experience is helpful but not required, and safety is a core value.