Senior CNC Machinist & Programmer — DoD High-Tolerance

EPS Corporation; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EPS Corporation in Florida is seeking a Senior Machinist to set up, program, and operate CNC mills and lathes for DoD and commercial fabrication projects. You will read drawings, analyze tolerances, and develop efficient machining strategies to produce tight‑tolerance parts.

The role requires 5–7 years of hands‑on machining experience, CNC programming, GD&T proficiency, and familiarity with AS9100D. Experience with Mastercam or CAMWorks is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of machining experience, including 5+ years of CNC machine programming.
• Proficiency in interpreting GD&T, blueprints, technical drawings, and CAD models.
• Experience working in a DoD or AS9100D‑compliant manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes (e.g., Haas, Mazak, Okuma, Fanuc-controlled machines).
• Translate engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical data into efficient machining processes.
• Create and optimize G-code and toolpaths using CAM software such as Mastercam CAMworks (Solidworks CAM).
• Perform quality inspections using precision measuring tools to verify tolerances and specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and speeds/feeds to improve throughput and part quality.
• Conduct first article inspections and support root cause analysis on non-conforming parts.
• Collaborate with engineers, quality inspectors, and other machinists to solve complex fabrication problems.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and machine maintenance logs.
• Adhere to and promote workplace safety standards and shop best practices.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mastercam

CAMworks

Job description

EPS Corporation in Florida is seeking a Senior Machinist to set up, program, and operate CNC mills and lathes for DoD and commercial fabrication projects. You will read drawings, analyze tolerances, and develop efficient machining strategies to produce tight‑tolerance parts.

The role requires 5–7 years of hands‑on machining experience, CNC programming, GD&T proficiency, and familiarity with AS9100D. Experience with Mastercam or CAMWorks is a plus.