Production Specialist

Insect Production Husbandry Specialist

Ham LAke, MN 55304
• Entry Level
• Animal Care
• Production
• Full-Time

Salary Range: $17 – $18/hour

At The Bug Company, we value hard work, dedication, and teamwork. If you’re passionate about working with insects, thrive in a hands‑on environment, and want to be part of a collaborative team, this is the place for you.

The Bug Company is seeking a Production Team Member to join our production team. This full‑time, on‑site role involves caring for and feeding live insects. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, reliable, and comfortable working in a physically demanding environment. This is not a remote position.

• Monitor and maintain the health and environment of insect populations daily.
• Feedings and watering insects daily
• Set up, clean, and maintain rearing facilities and equipment.
• Conduct routine checks to ensure habitats are secure and stable.
• Follow all safety guidelines for handling insects and equipment.

• Reliability in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, cooperative attitude with colleagues and supervisors.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and take on additional responsibilities.
• Comfortable working in dusty, hot, and humid environments.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, and standing.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic math skills (including counting to 100).
• Skilled with tools such as box cutters and tape guns.
• Must be willing and able to handle live insects directly.

• Sunday - Thursday | 7:30 am - 5:00 pm or
• Sunday | 7:00 am - 3:30 & Monday - Thursday | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
• * Dsays/Hours may vary depending on company needs and shipping schedules.

• ESST
• Minnesota Paid Leave
• Paid Vacation, based on accrual
• 7 Major Paid Holidays, when worked
• Health Benefits ( 3 medical plans offered)
• 401(k) with Company Match, after 1 year of employment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment is at‑will. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of background and reference checks.

This job description is not all‑inclusive and may be amended at any time.