CNC Machinist – HMC/VMC – 1st Shift

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corporation; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned company as a 1st Shift Milling Machinist in Cedarburg, WI. You'll operate CNC mills and contribute to manufacturing high-quality parts across various industries. Enjoy competitive pay, full health coverage, and unique perks like an on-site recreational center.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full Health Care Coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

PTO & Paid Holidays

Profit Sharing Plan

Company-provided PPE

On-site Carlson Recreational Center

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience operating CNC machines required.
• 5–7+ years of programming experience with Mastercam required.
• Capable of machining precision parts from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC Vertical and Horizontal Milling Centers.
• Perform inspection of your own parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

Skills

Precision Measuring Tools

Mathematical Skills

Ability to Read Technical Drawings

Tools

Mastercam

CNC Vertical and Horizontal Machining Centers

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 skilled1st Shift Milling Machinistwho wants more than just a job — they want a role that values precision, rewards reliability, and offers growth.

Why Carlson?
Based inCedarburg, 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 membertakes pride in their workand contributes to building diverse solutions for a variety of industries.

What You’ll Do:
In this role, you’ll supportthethe manufacturing of high-quality parts includingengine components, mold tooling, complex mechanisms, enclosures and morethat serve industries like Automotive, Medical, Plastic Packaging, Battery, and beyond! You’ll work in aclean, climate-controlled, well-equipped facilitywhere your skill and attention to detail make a real impact.

What You’ll Get:

• Weeklypay:Starting at$26- $32/hrdepending on experience
• Relocation Assistancefor qualified candidates
• Full Health Care Coverageincluding Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)with employer contributions
• Life andAD&D Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing Plan & Gainsharing Bonus Program
• Self-Directed 401(k)with 3% Company Match
• Referral Bonuses
• Company-provided PPEincluding prescription safety glasses & safety-toe shoe reimbursement
• Family-Owned Environmentwith Company lunches, Milestone recognitions, Cookouts and Holiday Parties

And did we mention perks like ouron-siteCarlson 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:

• 5–7+ years of experience operating CNC Vertical and Horizontal Machining Centers— required
• 5–7+ years of experience programming withMastercam— 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 CNC Vertical and Horizontal Milling Centers
• Performinspection of your own parts
• Record accurate inspection data using precision measuring instruments
• Performmultiple short-run jobsincluding frequent setups, changeovers, and tool changes
• Operate forklifts (we’ll train and certify you)
• Keep work areas clean, safe, andorganized

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.

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