Production Associate-Day Shift

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

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Hours will fluctuate based on production schedules, shipping schedules, and company needs)

Work Environment: Comfortable working in hot, humid, dusty conditions

Position Overview

The Bug Company is a leading producer of live insects for the pet industry, supplying customers nationwide with high-quality feeder insects.

The Production Associate is a key team member in our insect farming and production operations. This position is responsible for supporting daily production activities, insect husbandry, quality control, sanitation, inventory management, and facility operations.

Successful team members are dependable, safety-minded, detail-oriented, and able to maintain consistent performance in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily insect husbandry and production tasks
• Handle and work directly with live insects safely and responsibly
• Follow established production procedures and quality standards
• Conduct quality control inspections throughout the production process
• Operate basic equipment: tape guns, packaging tools, and materials safely and efficiently
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas
• Follow safety and handling procedures at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized work area
• Collaborate with team members to maintain efficient workflow and production output
• Assist with facility cleanliness and operational readiness
• Work with a team to meet daily production goals

Safety-Focused Workplace

Safety is a core expectation for every employee.

Team members are expected to:

• Follow all production and workplace safety procedures
• Handle materials and equipment responsibly
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Report issues immediately to leadership

We maintain a structured, safety-focused environment where consistency matters.

Preferred Experience

Experience is helpful but not required.

Candidates with backgrounds in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Manufacturing
• Production
• Warehouse operations
• Agriculture
• Farming
• Greenhouse operations
• Landscaping
• General labor
• Food production
• Shipping and receiving

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift
• Ability to work in hot, humid, and dusty conditions
• Ability to work with urgency while maintaining accuracy
• Ability to handle and work around live insects daily

We offer competitive pay to attract reliable, safety-minded, long-term team members (according to company policy):

• $19/hour starting rate
• Paid vacation
• Medical benefits
• 401(k) with company match

We are looking for people who want to be part of a team, contribute consistently, and grow with the company.

Hiring Process

• Phone screening (typically same day)
• In-person interview scheduled within the same week for qualified candidates
• Background and reference checks required prior to offer

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bug Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All positions are employed on an at-will basis.