Local careers. Global impact.

Build what matters. The products we work on end up in areas all over the country, world, and beyond. From deep in the sea to outer space, what starts here shapes the very structure of today & tomorrow. If you’re looking for more than just a job, a career you can build, grow, and be proud of — one that has impact, Carlson Tool is the place to be.

Invested in you.

Since 1958, Carlson has continually invested in our greatest asset, our employees. With a variety of career opportunities and paths to choose from, our team members have a wealth of knowledge and are passionate about craftsmanship, innovation, and collaboration. This is the ideal environment for you to learn from the very best so, in turn, you become the best you can be in your career.

Explore our current opportunities. Ready to apply? View our current job openings to learn more or apply today!

What’s life like at Carlson?

Build a career surrounded by people who want you to succeed. We celebrate the individual—every birthday, every milestone, every victory. We host countless company events each year and continually give back to our community. Respect and recognition aren’t slogans here. They’re traditions.

Compensation

  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Profit Sharing Plan
  • Team Gainsharing Bonus Program
  • Company Provided PPE and PPE Reimbursement Programs

Insurance Benefits

  • Healthcare
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fun Activities & Perks

  • Recreation Center (full gym, golf simulator, pickleball court and more)
  • Social Events
  • Community Involvement
  • And much more!

As a CNC Machinist at Carlson, you’ll transform raw metal into precision components that support industries ranging from aerospace and defense to medical, energy, and beyond. Working with advanced equipment including mills, lathes, EDMs, gundrills, deep hole drills, and 5-axis machining centers, you’ll solve complex challenges, refine your craft, and manufacture parts measured in thousandths of an inch. At Carlson, machining is more than operating equipment, it’s mastering a trade and building products that keep America moving forward.

At Carlson, you’ll assemble, fit, troubleshoot, repair, and refine precision plastic injection molds that produce millions of products used every day. Combining machining, assembly, and hands-on problem solving, you’ll work on challenging, high-precision tooling for industries ranging from medical and packaging to automotive and battery. Every mold presents a new challenge. Whether you’re building a new tool, improving an existing design, or diagnosing a complex issue, you’ll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, continuous learning, and pride in a job well done.

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Start your career here.

We pay you to learn on the job and get the classroom education you need to launch a career.

  • Paid apprenticeship program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • On-the-job training with the pros

Strong companies and strong communities go hand in hand.

We have the honor of calling Cedarburg, Wisconsin our headquarters. In our 60+ years, we have continually invested in and given back to our community—here are some of the amazing organizations we’re proud to support.

Cedarburg Community Pool

Cedarburg Cultural Center

Cedarburg History Museum

Bulldogs

Cedarburg Performing Arts Center

The Ozaukee Ice Center

St. Francis Borgia Catholic School

Summer Sounds Music Series Cedar Creek Park

Guardians of the Children HAWG City

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ozaukee County

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