CNC Machinist – HMC​/VMC – 2nd Shift

Overview

Join a Company Where You’re More Than Just a Number — Become Part of the Carlson Team!

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing is growing, and we’re looking for a skilled 2nd Shift Milling Machinist who wants more than just a job — they want a role that values precision, rewards performance, and offers career growth.

Based in Cedarburg, WI, we’re a family‑owned company with an over 65‑year tradition of investing in our people and technology. Our culture is built on teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement — where every team member takes pride in their work and contributes to building diverse solutions for a variety of industries.

Support the manufacturing of high‑quality parts, including precision machined components, injection mold tooling, plastic injection molded product, and more that serve industries like Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Plastic Packaging, Battery, and beyond. You’ll work in a clean, climate‑controlled, well‑equipped facility where your skill and attention to detail make a real impact.

• Great for night owls or those balancing life during the day
• Less traffic, quieter floors, focused work
• Higher pay and more flexibility
• Paid mealtime included

• Weekly pay starting at $30/hr and up, depending on experience + an additional 10% Shift Differential
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Full health care coverage including dental & vision
• Health savings account with employer contributions
• Life and AD&D insurance
• PTO & paid holidays
• Gainsharing bonus program
• Self‑directed 401(k) with 3% company match
• Referral bonuses
• Company‑provided PPE including prescription safety glasses & safety‑toe shoe reimbursement
• Company‑provided inspection equipment
• Family‑owned environment with company lunches, milestone recognitions, cookouts, and holiday parties

• Proficiency in operating CNC vertical and horizontal machining centers — required
• Strong programming skills — required
• Ability to read and interpret part prints and technical drawings
• Proficiency in calculating dimensions and tolerances using mathematical skills and precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers
• Capability to machine precision parts from start to finish

• Set up, program, and operate CNC vertical and horizontal milling centers
• Inspect and validate your own work using precision measuring equipment
• Complete short‑run jobs with frequent changeovers and tool adjustments
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized

At Carlson, we believe great people build great things — and we’d love for you to be one of them. Apply today and discover what it’s like to work for a company where your hard work is valued, and your contributions are celebrated.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veteran.