Painter B in Danville, Virginia at THE ENTWISTLE COMPANY

Job Overview

The Entwistle Company is seeking a skilled and motivated Painter B 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:

· Apply primers and paints to mechanical parts using paint spray guns and a variety of hand tools.

· Prepare parts for painting by cleaning, sanding, or other appropriate means to ensure paint adhesion. Mask areas as needed.

· Mix paints and additives or thinners in specified ratios.

· Inspect product for uniformity, ensure painted parts conform to all specifications and requirements. Touch up paint as needed.

· Ensure paint and additives are in-date and that all measurement tools are calibrated.

· Operate cranes, forklifts, and/or hand tools to hang and manipulate heavy parts.

· Maintain paint booth, conveyor system, and spray equipment, replace filters as needed. Break down, clean, and reassemble paint guns.

· Maintain daily records and logbooks as required.

· Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhere to all safety policies and procedures. Contribute to a culture of safety.

· Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer:

· 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals

· PTO – Up to 5 weeks

· Employer Paid Life Insurance

· Employer Paid Short-term Disability

· Generous Health Insurance Coverage

· Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance

· Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements

· Employee Appreciation Events

Competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED

· Minimum 2 years’ related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of experience and education

· Good work ethic with the ability to work in a physically demanding atmosphere

· Ability to read and understand work orders, instructions, and specifications

· Ability to work in a team environment

· Ability to climb, squat, and stand for prolonged periods of time.

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: 91E – Allied Trades Specialist

· Navy NEC: HT – Hull Maintenance Technician

· Air Force AFSC: 2A7X3 – Aircraft Structural Maintenance

· Marine Corps MOS: 1316 – Metal Worker