Drilling Machinist - 2nd Shift

Further Your Career in Precision Machining with Carlson Tool & Manufacturing!

Are you looking to start a career in precision machining or ready to grow your skills in a supportive, people-focused environment? At Carlson Tool & Manufacturing, we believe in investing in our people — because when you succeed, we all succeed.

As a family-owned, team-oriented company, we’re proud to foster a culture built on quality craftsmanship and continuous learning, all in a climate-controlled, clean, and safe working environment. If you enjoy working with your hands, have a desire to learn, thrive in a team setting, and want to build a future you can be proud of, you could be a great fit here at Carlson!

As a Machinist on 2nd Shift in our Gun Drilling, Deep Hole, and Honing areas, you’ll receive hands-on comprehensive training from experienced mentors on the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of CNC type machines.

We don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers with purpose. Benefits include:

• Weekly Pay:
  Starting at $21/hr and up, based on experience
• Experienced trainers
• 2nd Shift Differential (10%) with paid mealtime
• Full Health Care Coverage including Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Life and AD&DD 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
• Family-Owned Environment with Company lunches, Milestone recognitions, Cookouts and Holiday Parties

And did we mention perks like our on-site Carlson Recreational Center? Think weightlifting, cardio, a golf simulator, pickleball court, and more — open to employees and their families.

• Individuals with prior manufacturing experience or a mechanical background
• Those comfortable with basic measurements and shop math
• People with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn
• Team players who value safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Prior machine drilling and/or CNC machining experience is a plus!

• Communicate openly with trainers and managers, actively learning and applying feedback
• Set up and operate precision machines
• Monitor machine operations, ensuring top-quality results and making adjustments as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Operate forklifts (we’ll train and certify you)

Ready to Join a Team That Values You? At Carlson, you’re not just a number; you’re part of a team that takes pride in craftsmanship and cares about your future. For over 60 years, Carlson Tool has been a leader in advanced machining solutions, serving industries like automotive, packaging, medical, and energy.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veteran.