CNC Milling Operator

CNC Operator – HMC/VMC – 1st Shift

Title:

CNC Operator – HMC/VMC – 1st Shift

Description

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 1st shift milling operator who wants more than just a job — they want a role that values precision, rewards performance, and offers career growth. Why Carlson? Based in Cedarburg, WI, we're a family-owned company with an over 65-year tradition of investing in our people and our 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.

What you'll do:
In this role, you'll 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.

What you'll get:

• Weekly pay:
  Starting at $28/hr and up, depending on experience
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Full health care coverage including dental & vision
• Health savings account (HSA) 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

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.

What you'll bring to the table:

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

A day in the life:

• Set up, 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

Ready to join a team that values you? 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.

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is an ISO certified and ITAR registered manufacturing company serving customers with engineering, tooling, drilling, and machining services.

Equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/veteran.