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Husbandry Associate

The Bug Company
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/8/2025

Job Posting : Production - Husbandry Associate

The successful candidate will join a motivated team dedicated to maintaining high care and production efficiency standards. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about biology, agriculture, or entomology. Our warehouse environment is structured to support both team-based and independent work, requiring a versatile and adaptive approach to daily tasks and challenges.  In this position, you are responsible for the daily care, feeding, and raising of live feeder insects for distribution. This position is perfect for those with a detail-oriented, caring mentality.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Feed and water live insects to ensure their health and growth.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work environment to promote hygiene and efficiency.
  • Prepare and assemble materials for insect care.
  • Carry out all assigned tasks with a high degree of accuracy and precision.
  • Display attention to detail in all aspects of the production process to prevent any discrepancies.
  • Work both independently and as part of a team to meet production goals and maintain workflow efficiency.
  • Respect and work well with coworkers, embracing a team-focused approach to ensure a harmonious working environment.
  • Perform all responsibilities in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring respectful interactions with both team members and management.
  • Take on additional duties as assigned by management, adapting flexibly to the changing needs of the production department.

Requirements

  • Proven ability regarding knowledge of care with living products or animals.
  • Reliability in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
  • Ability to prepare necessary materials efficiently.
  • Skill in performing tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Efficiency in working both independently and as a team member, with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Professional demeanor and a friendly attitude towards co-workers and other staff.
  • Flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as deemed appropriate by management.
  • A willingness to adhere to all company guidelines and procedures, aiming for the best in industry practices.
  • Ability to work in a dusty, hot humid, environment.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently.
  • Ability to stand in place, squat, kneel, bend, and carry frequently.
  • Ability to problem solve.
  • Ability to understand and speak English
  • Ability to count to 100 and simple math
  • Ability to use a box cutter and tape gun
  • Schedule

  • Hours will fluctuate based on the shipping schedules and company needs
  • Sunday - Thursday 6 : 30 am - 3 : 00 pm

    Benefits

  • Paid Vacation
  • 7 Major Paid Holidays
  • Health Benefits
  • 401K – Company Match!
  • We are an equal opportunity employer.

    All employees of the company are considered to be employed at will.

    All offers are contingent upon a background check and reference check. This job description is not all-inclusive and may be amended at any time. Providing individuals with a job description does not imply, nor should it be interpreted as establishing an employment contract or agreement of any kind.

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