Injection Molding Process Technician

Hotstart, Inc.; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium-free family medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching and profit shared

Educational assistance

Job summary

Hotstart, Inc. in Spokane, WA is seeking an Injection Mold Process Technician to operate molding equipment and produce plastic parts for assemblies.

You will work with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Design teams under the Production Manager and location Production Supervisor. Starting pay is $25–$28 per hour, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) with matching and profit sharing, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Familiar with hand tools such as ratchets, screwdrivers and wrenches, grinders and sprue cutters.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Able to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Previous mechanical/electrical/hydraulics training or experience helpful.
• Ability to read safety rules and maintenance/operating documents.

Responsibilities

• Prep molds in advance.
• Change and start/run an injection molding press (pressure and temperature settings).
• Operate injection molding machines to produce parts.
• Create and optimize process parameters.
• Work with toolroom to optimize mold design.
• Complete secondary operations and assembly.
• Troubleshoot molding machines and equipment.
• Handle material as needed.
• Follow hazardous waste handling procedures.

Skills

Hand tools

Excel/Word

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Hotstart, Inc. has an opening for Injection Mold Process Technician. We are looking for a technically competent, motivated candidate to join our team. This position is responsible for operating molding equipment producing plastic parts to meet production requirements for higher level assemblies, working closely with Production team members in addition to Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Design Engineering teams, under the direction of the Production Manager and location Production Supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure that molds are properly prepped in advance
• Performs all functions of the mold change process, as well as starting/running an injection molding press (pressure and temperature settings)
• Operates Injection molding machines to produce products
• Creates and optimizes process parameters
• Works with toolroom to optimize mold design
• Completes second operations associated with molded parts, including component assembly
• Troubleshoots molding machines and ancillary equipment when required
• Will be required to perform material handling duties when needed.
• Understands all procedures associated with the handling of hazardous waste and other trash generated by the department

Qualifications:

• Familiar working with hand tools such as ratchets, screwdrivers and wrenches, as well as grinders and sprue cutters
• Use of computer software such as Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts
• Previous mechanical/electrical/hydraulics training or experience helpful
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Education & Experience:

Previous experience as a Process Technician

High school diploma or equivalent

Stand for periods of time, handle frequent movements of hands, wrists and arms

Reasonable accommodations provided for disabled individuals to foster success in essential functions.

Hotstart, Inc. is a world-leading manufacturer of industrial engine preheating systems and thermal management products. Established in 1942 and ISO 9001 certified, we have grown to over 250 employees in a modern manufacturing facility. The company provides a strong benefit package highlighted by premium-free family medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) with contribution matching and profit sharing, and educational assistance. Drug-free/EO~ M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Employment Type

Employment Type Full-Time

Pay Type

Pay Type Hourly

Starting Pay

Starting Pay $25–$28 per hour

Date Posted

Date Posted November 5, 2026

Valid Through

Valid Through November 30, 2026

Location

Location Corporate & Manufacturing Headquarters
5723 E. Alki Ave., Spokane, WA 99212 USA