CNC Machinist – Lathe - 2nd Shift

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp.; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay starting at $30/hr + 10%  /

$2,500 Signing Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Health Care Coverage (Dental & Vision)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life and AD&D Insurance

PTO & Paid Holidays

Gainsharing Bonus Program

Self-Directed 401(k) with 3% Match

Referral Bonuses

PPE including prescription safety eyew

Inspection equipment provided

Family-Owned Environment

Carlson Recreational Center access

Job summary

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corporation in Cedarburg, WI, seeks skilled 2nd Shift Lathe Machinists to join a family-owned, precision-focused shop. You will program Mazatrol CNC lathes, set up tooling, and manufacture precision parts while maintaining inspection records.

This climate-controlled facility offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $30/hr with a 10% shift premium, relocation assistance for qualified candidates, and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, HSA,

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating CNC lathes (Mazak preferred).
• Read and interpret blueprints/technical drawings.
• Precise measurement with micrometers/calipers.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and run Mazak CNC lathes.
• Inspect and validate own work with precision tools.
• Complete short-run jobs with frequent changeovers and tool adjustments.
• Maintain clean, safe, organized work areas.

Skills

CNC lathe operation

Mazatrol programming

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Setup to finish

Tools

Inspection gauges

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 skilled 2ndShift Lathe Machinists who want more than just a job — they want to be part of a company that values precision, craftsmanship, and people!

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 membertakes pride in their workand contributes to building solutions for industries like automotive, medical, energy, and consumer products.

What You’ll Do:

In this role, you’ll help manufacture high-quality, precision parts — from smaller chuck work up to 160″ long and 36″ in diameter — by creating CNC lathe programs using Mazatrol, identifying tooling needs, and maintaining precise inspection records. 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 Choose Second Shift at Carlson?

• 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:

• Weeklypay:Starting at$30/hr and updepending on experience+ 10% shift premium
• $2,500 Signing Bonusfor qualified candidates
• Relocation Assistancefor qualified candidates
• Full Health Care Coverageincluding Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)with employer contributions
• Life andAD&D Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Gainsharing Bonus Program
• Self-Directed 401(k)with 3% Company Match
• Referral Bonuses
• Company-provided PPEincludingprescription safety glasses & safety-toe shoe reimbursement
• Company-provided inspection equipment
• Family-Owned Environmentwith Company lunches, Milestone recognitions, Cookouts and Holiday Parties

And did we mention perks like ouron-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:

• ProficiencyinoperatingCNC Lathes -required
• Mazatrol programming skills are a plus
• The ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Proficiency in precise measurement and use of micrometers, calipers, and other gauges
• The ability to independently processprecision parts from setup to finish

A Day in the Life:

• Set up, program, and run Mazak CNC lathes
• 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.

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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