Materials Handler
Company: The Entwistle Company
Job Ref: # 6588542
Date Posted: 8/26/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Hudson, Massachusetts
Salary: $18 - $22
Description
Go to end ⇓
MATERIALS HANDLER/ SANDBLASTER
and US warfighter succeed in their missions.
Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment—guide everything we do, from
daily decisions to long-term strategy.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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