<p>Are you ready for a leadership 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 Second Shift Lead Lathe Machinist who wants more than just a job - they want a role that values precision, rewards reliability, and offers the ability to mentor others.</p> <p>As a Lead Lathe Machinist your abilities will be put to expansive use while also guiding and leading our team of lathe machinists. We have a modern, dynamic environment with a high mix of orders supporting a variety of high-impact industries including Military/Defense, Energy, Aviation, Railroad, Medical, Mining and many more! This is a full-time, second-shift position in a clean, well-equipped facility where your work makes a real impact.</p> <p>Why Second Shift?</p> <ul> <li>Great for night owls or those balancing life during the day </li><li>Less traffic, quieter floors, focused work </li><li>Higher pay and more flexibility </li><li>Paid mealtime included </li></ul> <p>What You'll Get:</p> <ul> <li>Starting pay ranges from $30 - $35/hr, plus an additional 10% shift differential and paid mealtime </li><li>$2,500 Signing Bonus for qualified candidates </li><li>Full benefits package including Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with 3% Company Match, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Life and AD&D Insurance, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution </li><li>Relocation Assistance </li><li>Weekly Pay with Great Overtime Options </li><li>Profit Sharing Plan </li><li>Team Gainsharing Bonus Program </li><li>Referral Program </li><li>Company provided PPE - Safety glasses (including Prescription), Uniforms, & Safety-toe Shoe reimbursement program </li><li>Family-owned environment - Company lunches, Milestone recognition, Cookouts and Holiday Parties </li><li>On-site Carlson Recreational Center for employees and their family members including weightlifting and cardio equipment, golf simulator, pickleball court, and more! </li></ul> <p>What you'll need to succeed:</p> <ul> <li>5+ years of experience operating CNC Lathe machines is required. </li><li>Proficient programming skills using Mazatrol is required. </li><li>Prior experience mentoring others is a plus. </li><li>Knowledge of Mastercam programming is a plus. </li><li>Ability to read and interpret part prints and technical drawings. </li><li>Ability to calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers. </li><li>Ability to process precision parts from start to finish. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Set up, Program and Run CNC Lathes </li><li>Lead and mentor a team of CNC Lathe Machinists </li><li>Inspect your own parts, maintain accurate inspection documentation using precision measuring instruments </li><li>Perform multiple short run jobs with frequent changeovers and tool changes </li><li>Operate forklift - training and certification will be provided </li><li>Maintain a safe working environment </li></ul> <p>Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is an ISO certified and ITAR registered manufacturing company serving customers with engineering, tooling, drilling, and machining services.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veteran.</p> <p>#CNC #CNCProgrammer #CNCMachinist #Mazatrol #Mazak #CNCLathe</p>