Shipping Team Member

Shipping Team Member Location: Fairfield, OH Pay: $19/hour starting Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site Schedule: Sunday–Thursday 7:30am - 4:00pm (or completion) About the Job We ship live insects for the pet industry. The Shipping Team Member is a team member who is responsible for preparing, packaging, and shipping live insect orders with a strong emphasis on accuracy, safety, and consistent execution.

This position focuses on packaging our crickets in bulk amounts for shipping. We are building a stable, long-term team and are looking for dependable individuals who want consistent work and can make an impact. What You’ll Do Pack and prepare live bulk insect orders for shipment Ensure order accuracy before shipping Label and organize outgoing packages Safely load and unload shipments Maintain a clean, organized work area Follow safety and handling procedures at all times Operate basic equipment: tape guns, packaging tools, and materials safely and efficiently Work with a team to meet daily shipping goals What We’re Looking For We are hiring for reliability and consistency first.

Successful team members typically have: Strong attendance and dependability Ability to follow instructions and procedures Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment Comfort working in a structured farm/warehouse setting Willingness to work as part of a team Interest in long-term, stable employment Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Standing, bending, and repetitive movement throughout shift Comfortable working in hot, humid, dusty conditions Ability to safely handle live insects Safety & Work Environment Safety is a top priority in this role.

You will be expected to: Follow all 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. Schedule Sunday–Thursday Day shift: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (Hours will fluctuate based on production schedules, shipping schedules, and company needs) Pay & Benefits 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 Hiring Process Complete our application questionnaire today 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.

At-will employment applies to all positions.