Careers at Beneficial Insectary
At Beneficial Insectary, we are proud to be a leader in the production and supply of high-quality beneficial insects and mites for biological pest control. Since 1986, our team has supported growers across North America with science-based, environmentally friendly pest management solutions.
If you’re passionate about agriculture, sustainability, and making a real impact, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.
Why Work With Us
At Beneficial Insectary, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative environment where innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement are encouraged. Whether you’re working in production, research, operations, or administration, you’ll be part of a team making a difference in agriculture and the environment every day.
What we stand for
Our Values
Customer Commitment
Our Customer Service and IPM teams are dedicated in their commitment to delivering customer satisfaction and product awareness with every encounter.
Teamwork
We work together, to exceed the needs of our customers and to help our Company flourish.
Passion for Innovation
Driven and devoted to innovating science-based least toxic product development.
Respect for People
We honor and value our people, inspire their growth and celebrate their success.
Quality
We mass-rear outstanding products, with unsurpassed customer service that, together as a company, deliver superior value to our customers.
Personal Accountability
We are personally accountable for following through on our commitments every single time.
Comprehensive Employee Benefits
We are proud to offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment. After 90 days, employees are also eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan, which includes a company match of up to 4% with 100% vesting.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Mental Health & Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% Company Match and 100% Vesting
- Additional Wellness Resources
Open Positions
Description
JOB TITLE: Production Technician - Insect Rearing (Temp to Hire)
Anticipated range: $18 - $20.00, depending on experience
Location: Bella Vista, Anderson, Caterpillar, Tanqueray
POSITION SUMMARY
The Production Technician - Insect Rearing supports the mass rearing of beneficial insects using established protocols and best practices. This role involves preparing diets and host material, maintaining insect colonies, monitoring life cycles, ensuring proper environmental conditions, and recording accurate production data. The technician works closely with the production team to ensure high-quality and consistent insect yields.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Prepare and maintain insect rearing environments, including temperature, humidity, and light controls.
· Handle and care for insect colonies through all life stages (egg, larva/nymph, pupa, adult).
· Prepare and distribute food sources or host plants/eggs to support insect development.
· Collect, separate, and transfer insects according to rearing schedules.
· Inspect colonies daily for health, growth, contamination, or abnormalities.
· Follow strict sanitation and biosecurity procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
· Accurately document production data, observations, and quality control checks.
· Assist with harvesting, packaging, and staging insects for distribution or further processing.
· Operate basic lab/production equipment and maintain cleanliness of workstations.
· Adhere to company safety guidelines and report any deviations or concerns to supervisors.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements
· High school diploma or equivalent (biology, agriculture, or related coursework preferred).
· High school diploma or equivalent (biology, agriculture, or related coursework preferred).
· Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a positive, team-oriented environment.
· Experience in insect rearing, agriculture, animal care, or laboratory work preferred.
· Ability to work with live insects and maintain attention to detail.
· Strong observation and problem-solving skills.
· Comfortable with repetitive tasks in a production/laboratory setting.
· Ability to follow written protocols and maintain accurate records.
· Forklift or equipment certification may be preferred depending on facility needs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered in a nursery-style production and insect-rearing environment.
· Work is primarily performed in indoor nursery and production areas, including climate-controlled rooms, rearing areas, and workstations used for feeding, harvesting, packaging, and quality control of beneficial insects (lacewings).
· Position requires frequent pushing, pulling, and maneuvering of tall rearing racks throughout the facility.
· Must be able to work directly with animal-based feed ingredients, including ground beef, egg yolk, and liver, as part of insect-rearing and feeding processes.
· Ability to follow written protocols and maintain accurate records.
· Environmental conditions may include variable temperatures, humidity, plant material, organic substrates, insects, dust, and related odors.
· Work may occasionally be performed in an indoor warehouse, staging, or shipping/receiving environment.
· Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a positive, team-oriented environment.
· Experience in insect rearing, agriculture, animal care, or laboratory work preferred.
· Ability to work with live insects and maintain attention to detail.
· Strong observation and problem-solving skills.
· Comfortable with repetitive tasks in a production/laboratory setting.
· Forklift or equipment certification may be preferred depending on facility needs.
Our Locations
We operate in the heart of California agriculture and are proud to serve growers across the U.S. from our headquarters in Redding, CA. Our proximity to farming communities and agricultural hubs keeps us closely connected to the growers we support.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested in joining our team? We invite you to explore our current job openings and apply directly through our official careers portal or reach out to us directly at careers@insectary.com with your resume and area of interest.