Entry Level Manufacturing Technician

Palmer Wahl Instruments Inc; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays after 90 days

Two weeks paid vacation after one year

Paid on-the-job training

4-day workweek (3-day weekend)

Job summary

Palmer Wahl Instruments, Inc. in Asheville, NC welcomes applicants for an Entry Level Manufacturing Technician. No experience required; we provide paid training, a 4-day workweek, and a path to grow with a stable team.

Responsibilities include operating drill presses and shop equipment, assembling precision temperature and pressure instruments, and supporting production staff while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• No experience required; paid on-the-job training.
• Mechanical aptitude and a hands-on mindset.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate drill presses and shop equipment.
• Assemble precision temperature and pressure instruments.
• Assist machinists and production staff.
• Manage parts inventory and materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Support day-to-day shop operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Dependable

Motivated

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school graduates welcome

Tools

Tools handling

Shop equipment

Job description

About the Organization Palmer Wahl Instruments, Inc. manufactures temperature and pressure instruments in Asheville, NC. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. Beyond the Scale represents our commitment to meet and exceed the requirements of our customers with expert industry application knowledge, innovative engineered designs and superior temperature and pressure measurement solutions.

Description

Entry Level Manufacturing Technician

$16-$18/hr | Paid Training | 4-Day Workweek

Location: Asheville, NC
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM-4:30 PM
Job Type: Full-Time

Looking for a hands-on career?

If you'd rather work with tools than sit behind a desk, this could be a great fit. We're a manufacturing company with over 190 years of history looking for dependable people who want to learn valuable skills and grow with a stable team.

No experience required. We'll train the right person.

What You'll Do

• Operate drill presses and shop equipment
• Assemble precision temperature and pressure instruments
• Assist machinists and production staff
• Manage parts inventory and materials
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace
• Support day-to-day shop operations

What We're Looking For

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Dependable and motivated attitude
• Comfortable using tools and working with your hands
• Attention to detail and quality
• Team player who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty

Pay & Benefits

• $16-$18 per hour (based on experience)
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays after 90 days
• Two weeks paid vacation after one year
• Paid on-the-job training
• 4-day workweek with a 3-day weekend every week
• Long-term career growth opportunities

Great For

• Recent high school graduates
• Trade school students or graduates
• Automotive enthusiasts
• Construction or landscaping workers
• Anyone interested in manufacturing or skilled trades

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Number of Openings 1

Pay Rate $16-$18/hr

Location Asheville

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.