Machinist/Fabrication Lead

We’re building Portals — custom-retrofitted communication pods designed for real-world deployment and shipping at production volume. We’re looking for a CNC Machinist / Fabrication Lead to own our fabrication cell end-to-end. This role is responsible for programming, setup, machining, and maintaining the equipment used to produce precision enclosures and components machined primarily from aluminum and copper and bronze alloys that house screens, iPads, speakers, cameras, and integrated hardware systems. This role spans subtractive and additive manufacturing — from CNC milling and laser cutting to metal 3D printing for prototyping and production components. You'll own the full fabrication workflow across all processes. This is a hands-on production role, not a desk job. You will be running machines daily, improving processes, and ensuring consistent, high-quality output as we scale manufacturing. If you take pride in holding tight tolerances run after run — and enjoy turning raw material into finished product — you’ll thrive here. About your role at Ready ⚡️ Program, set up, and operate CNC mills (Haas experience preferred) and laser cutting equipment Operate wire-laser directed energy deposition (DED) equipment for additive manufacturing of metal components including custom heat sinks and prototype parts Own fabrication workflows from raw stock to finished enclosure components Design and build fixtures to improve repeatability and throughput Optimize toolpaths, feeds, speeds, and setups for production efficiency Maintain machines, tooling, and fabrication equipment in working order Troubleshoot machining issues and resolve production bottlenecks Perform in-process inspection and ensure parts meet dimensional and cosmetic requirements Collaborate with engineering and assembly teams to improve manufacturability Maintain organized workspaces and uphold shop safety standards Support daily production targets (~2 units/day) A bit about you 🥇 Proven experience programming and operating CNC mills (Haas