CNC Machinist - HMC/VMC - 1st Shift

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 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 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 $30/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 * 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 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. #CNC #CNCProgrammer #CNCMachinist #CNCMilling

Created: 2026-04-02