Farm Production Worker

Job Opening at The Bug Company

Farm Production Worker

Hourly: $19

Schedule: Friday - Tuesday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm **Hours will fluctuate based on the shipping schedules and the company's needs**

Environment: Hot, Humid, Dusty Farm

The Bug Company, a leader in the insect farming industry, is excited to announce a job opening for a Production Team Member in LaCrosse, VA. This full-time position will require the successful candidate to perform their duties on-site, as this is not a remote job. As a Production Team Member, you will play a crucial role in live insect husbandry and the delivery of high-quality insect-based products.

We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking individual who is passionate about insects and eager to contribute actively to our production process. If you are looking for a dynamic work environment and are ready to help us meet our clients' diverse needs, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at The Bug Company.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily production of insect products
• Assist with the egg care
• Follow established procedures to ensure the quality and consistency of products
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform quality control checks on finished products
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines
• Adhere to policies and procedures

Requirements

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work with urgency.
• Must be able to work directly with and handle live insects.

Work experience is nice to have:

• Working with and caring for live insects or animals
• Linework
• Greenhouse or gardening
• Manual labor
• Husbandry

Benefits

• Paid Vacation- accrued time
• 7 major paid holidays are paid at time-and-a-half when worked
• Medical Benefits (3 different plan options)
• 401(k) with Company Match

Additional Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• At-Will Employment
• Offers are contingent on clearing background and reference checks