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 skilled Quality Technician / CMM Operator 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 member takes pride in their work and contributes to building solutions for industries like automotive, medical, energy, and consumer products.

What You'll Do:
In this role, you’ll ensure the conformity of precision machined components through inspection, measurement, and data analysis within Carlson’s quality management system.

What You’ll Get:

• Weekly pay: Starting at $20/hr - $28/hr, 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:

• 2-3 years of experience OR related a technical diploma – required
• CMM experience (PC-DMIS) – a plus
• Strong GD&T and machining knowledge
• SPC understanding

A Day in the Life:

• Partner with machinists on the floor and production leadership to prevent defects, validate setups, and control processes in real time.
• Provide proactive machining support via in-process verification, real-time constructive feedback, and data-driven decision-making to achieve first-time quality and reduce variation.
• Develop and execute CMM programs using PC-DMIS, optimize programs for production efficiency, and support reporting and inspection records.
• Promote teamwork, open communication, shared accountability, and continuous improvement across machining and quality functions.
• 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.

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