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Tooling Lead

RakarOxnard, CAL5 SeniorAugust 6th, 2026
RAKAR designs, manufactures, and supplies engineered, precision plastic components and related materials for use in Aerospace, Defense, Medical and Industrial Applications, specializing in Thermoset, Thermoplastic and Resin Metal Overmolding. We provide thermoplastic transfer, compression, and injection molding services; as well as precision machining and tool making. We are a global supplier of engineered plastic and metal components to the top Aerospace, Space, Marine, Defense, Industrial and Medical contractors in the world. Rakar is certified AS9100, ISO:9001and ITAR Registered. The Tooling Manager supports the Tooling Department department through the planning and maintenance of customer tooling. This position organizes and maintains tooling inventory for client and company tools. The status of all custom tooling is to be recorded and updated as required. The Tooling Manager is to ensure tooling meets customer requirements, on-time order delivery and achieves the required quality specifications. The essential functions for the Tooling Manager: Work directly with the Tooling Administrator in the quoting process. Repair, rebuild and maintain client tooling as required and in compliance with AS9100. Disassemble mold and/or cavity Mold and Cavity evaluation Perform required repairs using equipment or machinery Reassemble mold and/or cavity to meet client specifications Assist Production Dept with set ups for machining parts and/or the machining of parts. Provide accurate inventory and placement of all client and company tools. Regularly meet with Cavity Change, Quality and Production departments in meeting productivity goals and improving tooling. Education/ Skills Requirement: Highschool Diploma or GED Completion , desired Proficient in English (verbal and written) Bi-Lingual English/ Spanish, desired Basic computer skills, Excel and Word Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Oxnard, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person