Job Details

Millwright

Pay: $25-35/hr

Starting in Nebraska and then CA

Job Description

We are seeking five traveling millwrights to join our team for an exciting project at a pet food manufacturing plant in Crete, Nebraska. The project involves a plant shutdown from June 19th to 30th, during which time new equipment will be installed and concrete work will be completed on the existing system. Responsibilities include installing conveyors, belt sets, and grinders. Following this project, the team will move to a flour mill project in Commerce, California, where they will install grain handling and flour processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install new equipment and perform concrete work at the existing system during the plant shutdown.
• Install conveyors, belt sets, and grinders at the pet food manufacturing plant.
• Move to the flour mill project in Commerce, California, to install grain handling and flour processing equipment.

Essential Skills

• Experience in installing food and beverage equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints.
• Understanding of GMP and sanitation requirements.
• Experience with concrete and structural steel.
• Knowledge of motor drive shaft alignment and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in welding, hydraulics, mechanical, and pneumatics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Structural G3 certification, stick, and MIG welding are a plus.
• Rigging experience.
• Experience with dryers, ovens, milling equipment, and conveyors is a significant advantage.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a six-month contract with the potential for hire. Work an average of 50 hours per week, with the possibility of working up to 60 hours. Receive a generous per diem of approximately $700 per week for housing, food, and incidentals.

Work Environment

Work in food and beverage manufacturing facilities across the country, requiring full-time travel.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.