Job Description

Josh's Frogs is a fast-growing online pet store and industry leader that prides itself on selling only happy, healthy, captive-bred amphibians, reptiles, invertebrates, and aquatics. We respect and protect our people and animals, value integrity, and commit to constant improvement. We promote from within and offer ample opportunities for growth and advancement.

We are currently seeking a

passionate

and

detail-oriented

individual for the full-time

Insect Supervisor

position in our

Insect Department

. In this role, you will help lead the production of healthy feeder insects and ensure consistent inventory levels are maintained to meet customer demand.


Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing the production of Dwarf White isopods, Springtails, Beetles, Roaches, and Fruit Flies. This position is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about insect care, sustainability, and working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. At Josh's Frogs, we take pride in our mission to provide high-quality, responsibly sourced products that support the health and well-being of reptiles, amphibians, and their ecosystems. If you're excited by the idea of working with a dedicated team in a company that values growth, innovation, and animal welfare, we'd love to hear from you!



Full-time, 40 hours per week

Training Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5:30 pm

Regular Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5:30 pm
$15.25/hour Starting Wages (update starting wage if applicable)*

Benefits include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance (Josh's Frogs contributes 80% for single and family coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield)
Paid time off (Holiday, Sick, and Vacation, with Sick pay and 24 Holiday hours added upon hire)
Short-term and long-term disability
$50,000 life insurance
Fully vested 401(k) (100% company matching up to 3%, then 50% match up to 6%), with additional options for Roth
Free membership to Calm Premium (including up to 5 dependents)
Generous employee discount on the Josh's Frogs website
Free breakfast, snacks, and coffee provided at work
Travel opportunities for expos/shows (in some positions)

Day-to-day tasks include:

Oversee the production of Dwarf White isopods, Springtails, Beetles, Roaches, and Fruit Flies
Forecast and maintain materials needed for current and future microfauna and feeder production
Ensure gross profit goals are met through efficient production practices
Enforce SOP standards and maintain quality control
Lead, manage, and hold accountable (LMA) while driving continuous improvement in operations

For this position, you MUST possess:

Familiar with spreadsheets and basic technology tools
Leadership and team management experience in a production environment
Proven ability to manage projects from concept to completion
Strong team-oriented mindset and collaborative spirit
Willingness to work hard and get hands-on in a fast-paced setting

Special consideration is given to those with:

Familiarity with the

Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

Prior experience in

invertebrate or feeder insect production

Examples of how an employee could exhibit our core values in this position:

Integrity

- identifying a production issue and working diligently to solve it, owning any mistakes made personally/by the team that would impact production or gross profit, and taking steps to solve it

One Team

- working with their directs day to day to move the department forward, give feedback, and ensure primary husbandry duties are routinely completed

Constantly Growing

- constantly looking for new ways to implement efficiencies or increase scorecard performance, without increasing labor needs


Herpetoculture is booming, and we're the proof! Josh's Frogs was one of the

INC 5000's fastest-growing businesses in 2022, and we're proud of it. What's more impressive is that this is Josh's Frogs' FIFTH year in a row on the INC 5000 List! Only 5% of businesses have made the list five years consecutively. One of our core values isn't "constantly growing" for nothing; the proof is in the pond. Come join the team and expand alongside one of America's top-growing companies!

Due to the high volume of applicants, our recruiters are unable to contact every candidate. If our team is interested in pursuing your candidacy, we will be in contact via phone or email. If you'd like to reach out to us through Indeed, you may send us a message. Please do not reach out to the Josh's Frogs customer service team with application inquiries.

It is the policy of Josh's Frogs to provide equal employment opportunity in recruitment, selection, training, compensation, promotion, job transfer, and assignments. These opportunities and other conditions of employment are extended to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual's race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, and/or other protected categories under applicable laws.


It is also the policy of Josh's Frogs to make reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities, and to extend employment opportunities to such persons, as well as to special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam era, Recently Separated Veterans, Armed Forces Service Medal Veterans, and other protected veterans. The Vice President of Human Resources is the Equal Employment policy officer for the company.