CNC 5 Axis Machinist - 2nd Shift

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp.; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 36,368 - 51,797; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full Health Care Coverage

Health Savings Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. in Cedarburg, WI is seeking a skilled 2nd Shift 5-Axis Machinist. In this role, you'll operate 5-Axis Machining Centers, ensuring the production of high-quality parts across various industries.

You'll enjoy starting pay of $32/hr plus bonuses, comprehensive health coverage, a $2,500 signing bonus, and an inclusive work environment that emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement.

Join a family-owned company that values your contributions and offers career growth!

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating 5 Axis Machining Centers is required.
• Strong programming skills are required.
• Ability to read and interpret part prints and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate 5-Axis Machining Centers.
• Inspect and validate your own work using precision measuring equipment.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

5 Axis Machining Centers

Strong programming skills

Reading technical drawings

Mathematical skills

Using measuring tools

Job 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 2nd Shift 5-Axis Machinist 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 engine components, mold tooling, complex mechanisms, enclosures and more that serve industries like Automotive, Medical, 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. If you’re someone who takes ownership, likes solving problems, and enjoys a quieter, more focused second shift — you’ll feel right at home here.

Why Second Shift?

• 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

What You’ll Get

• Weekly pay: Starting at $32/hr and up, depending on experience + 10% shift premium and paid mealtime
• $2,500 Signing Bonus for qualified candidates
• 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 5 Axis Machining Centers — required
• Strong programming skills — 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, program, and operate 5‑Axis Machining Centers
• Review part specification and requirements.
• Setup work piece, create machining center sequence and tool selection.
• Produce parts within required tolerances and specifications.
• 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.