About

• Description
• Job Overview

• The Entwistle Company is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual for the dual role of Material Handler/Sandblaster to build a long-term career in our collaborative and innovative environment.
• In this role, you’ll help deliver mission-critical components that support U.S. and allied defense, with your skills, creativity, and impact directly contributing to national and global security. We value talent, encourage innovation, and promote professional growth.
• Ready to make a real difference? Join us.

• Our Mission Statement
• 1. To be an essential provider of mission-critical defense components & systems, spanning air, land, sea and space, recognized for our specialized capabilities, quality and dependability.
• 2. To design, manufacture & build-to-print innovative and cost-effective products.
• 3. To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers and US warfighter succeed in their missions.
• At The Entwistle Company, our values—Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment—guide everything we do, from daily decisions to long-term strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling
• · Transport raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods throughout multiple warehouses using forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, and other equipment.
• · Safely load, unload, and secure materials for onsite and offsite transport, including the use of vans and straight trucks.
• · Stage materials for production and shipping, ensuring timely flow of goods to meet customer schedules.
• · Maintain accurate records of inventory movement and location by completing logs and documenting product delivery.
• · Identify, label, and track materials in storage and on the production floor.
• · Prepare shipments by pulling, packing, crating, and loading finished goods.
• · Assist with receiving and stocking incoming inventory and supplies.
• · Perform routine inspections and minor repairs on material-handling equipment.
• · Keep work areas, equipment, and loading docks clean and organized.
• Sandblasting & Surface Prep
• · Load and unload parts into sandblasting booths.
• · Operate handheld sandblasting wands to clean and prep metal surfaces to specified profiles.
• · Perform visual inspections to ensure quality of surface finish prior to painting.
• · Maintain sandblasting equipment and report any maintenance needs.
• · Assist in painting prep and part movement using cranes and forklifts (training provided).
• · Adhere to safety procedures and contribute to a safety-focused work environment.

What We Offer

• · 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
• · PTO – Up to 5 weeks
• · Employer Paid Life Insurance
• · Employer Paid Short-term Disability
• · Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
• · Generous Health Insurance Coverage
• · Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
• · Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
• · Employee Appreciation Events

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Requirements

• · High school diploma or GED required.
• · Minimum 2 years of forklift operation experience; certification preferred.
• · 3+ years of experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• · Prior sandblasting or surface preparation experience is a plus; training provided if needed.
• · Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• · Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
• · Basic computer skills preferred.
• · Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and operating heavy equipment.
• · Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and variable shifts as needed.
• · Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• · Commitment to workplace safety and maintaining a clean work environment.

Related Military Job Codes

We value military experience and recognize transferable skills. Candidates with the following military job codes or similar may have relevant experience for this position

• · Army MOS: 92Y – Unit Supply Specialist
• · Navy NEC: BM – Boatswain’s Mate
• · Air Force AFSC: 2T3X1 – Vehicle & Vehicular Equipment Maintenance
• · Marine Corps MOS: 3531 – Motor Vehicle Operator
• · Coast Guard Rating: SK - Storekeeper