Custom Probe Assembler; Entry-Level

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

Palmer Wahl Instruments is hiring an entry-level Custom Probe Assembler for our Asheville team. If you like working with your hands, paying attention to detail, and learning practical skills, this could be a great opportunity. This position is a chance to learn from experienced assemblers, build real manufacturing skills, and take pride in making quality products for customers.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who wants to gain hands‑on manufacturing experience, develop technical skills, and learn from experienced assemblers. We are looking for someone who is dependable, willing to learn, accepts direction well, and takes pride in doing quality work.

Monday - Thursday
6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Enjoy a 4-day workweek with a 3-day weekend every week.

• Assemble custom probes to customer and production specifications
• Perform detailed assembly work using small parts and hand tools
• Use hand soldering or brazing during the assembly process
• Read and follow mechanical drawings, work instructions, and production paperwork
• Perform product testing and calibrations
• Safely use bench tools and power tools
• Help in other production areas at Palmer Wahl as needed
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe
• Take pride in building quality products that meet customer expectations

Palmer Wahl will train the right candidate. This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to build practical skills, learn from experienced team members, and grow in a hands‑on manufacturing role.

• Strong hand-eye coordination
• Good attention to detail
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of soldering required
• Willingness to learn and accept direction from experienced team members
• Comfortable working with tools, soldering, and temperature testing processes
• Ability to read or learn to read mechanical drawings
• Able to routinely lift up to 20 pounds
• Reliable transportation
• Dependable attendance
• Willing to work overtime if needed.

• Basic electrical wiring or electronics knowledge
• Previous assembly or manufacturing experience
• Experience with brazing or welding
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, or small-part assembly

This position is currently accepting applications.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Number of Openings 1

Pay Rate $16.00/hour starting pay Increase to $17.00/hour after 90 days based on attendance and performance

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.