Production Farm Husbandry Technician
Location: Ham Lake, MN 55304
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Environment: Farm, Hot, Humid, Dusty, fast-paced
Join The Bug Company — Where Your Work Makes a Difference
Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and not afraid to get your hands a little dirty? Do you have a passion for animals or insects? If so, The Bug Company wants you on our Production Team! This is a hands-on, physical role where you’ll work closely with live insects — ensuring their care, health, and environment are maintained to the highest standards.
About Us
The Bug Company is a leader in the pet industry, specializing in insect husbandry and shipping of live insects for reptile and exotic pet owners nationwide. We are looking for reliable, detail-oriented team members who enjoy active, hands-on work in production.
Position Summary
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Monitoring insect health & habitat conditions
- Preparing food and feeding live insect colonies
- Cleaning and maintaining rearing environments
- Ensuring secure and stable housing for insects
- Following safety and care protocols
- Using tools like box cutters, tape guns, etc.
What We’re Looking For:
- Comfortable working with live insects daily
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs, kneel, squat, and bend
- Reliable and able to work in a hot, humid, dusty environment
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
- Able to work independently and with a team
- Basic math and tool-handling skills
- Fluent in English with clear communication
- Willingness to adapt and take on tasks as needed
Schedule:
- Tuesday - Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM AND
- Friday - Saturday 7:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- (hours may vary based on shipping volume and company needs)
Pay Rate:
Benefits
- EEST (Minnesota Sick & Safe Time, MSST)
- Minnesota Paid Leave
- 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 reference checks and background checks
Next Steps:
- Complete our application questionnaire right away
- We will then contact you by phone to review the position, typically the same day
- If the phone screen is passed, in-person interviews are typically scheduled the same week
