CNC Milling - Shift Lead

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp.; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay starting at $40/hr

$2,500 Signing Bonus

Full Health Care Coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life and AD&D Insurance

PTO & Paid Holidays

Gainsharing Bonus Program

Self-Directed 401(k) with 3% Company Match

Company-provided PPE

Company lunches and parties

Job summary

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. in Cedarburg, WI is seeking a 1st Shift Lead Milling Machinist. In this role, you will leverage your advanced CNC skills to lead and mentor a team while manufacturing high-quality precision parts for various industries.

We offer competitive pay starting at $40/hr, a $2,500 signing bonus, full health care coverage, including dental and vision, and opportunities for personal growth and development.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating CNC Vertical and Horizontal Machining Centers is required.
• Strong programming skills are required.
• Ability to read and interpret part prints and technical drawings including GDT.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and prove out CNC Vertical and Horizontal Milling process.
• Lead and mentor a team of CNC Milling Machinists.
• Provide guidance and troubleshooting for the milling department.

Skills

Operating CNC Vertical and Horizontal Machining Centers

Strong programming skills

Reading technical drawings and GDT

Calculating dimensions and tolerances

Leadership and mentorship

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Join a Team Where Your Experience and Mentorship Will Make an Impact!

Are you ready for a role where your advanced CNC skills can be used to their full potential? Carlson Tool & Manufacturing is growing, and we’re looking for a skilled 1st Shift Lead Milling Machinist who wants more than just a job — they want a role that values precision, rewards reliability, and offers the ability to lead and mentor others.

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 $40/hr and up, depending on experience
• $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

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• Proficiency in operating CNC Vertical and Horizontal Machining Centers — required
• Strong programming skills — required
• Ability to read and interpret part prints and technical drawings including GDT
• Proficient in calculating dimensions and tolerances using mathematical skills and precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers
• Leadership and mentorship mindset to drive department success

A Day in the Life

• Set up, program, and prove out CNC Vertical and Horizontal Milling process to be passed to machine operators.
• Lead and mentor a team of CNC Milling Machinists
• Incorporate probing sequences for next part orientation and dimensional accuracy
• Provide guidance and troubleshooting for milling department.
• Drive individual growth and development to upskill operators
• 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.