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Entry Level Manufacturing Technician

Palmer Wahl Instruments Inc

Asheville, NC 28804 • 10/9/2026

Job Description

Job 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

Apply today and start building a career with skills that last a lifetime.

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE!!!