Injection Molding & Processing Technician

Horizon Hobby•Banning, CA

11d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

At Horizon Hobby, we inspire dreams and help build memories! Our company is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring for a Injection Molding Changeover & Processing Technician! This is a full-time, on-site position at our Pro-Line facility in Banning, CA. Working hours are Monday-Thursday 11:45am PST-10:15pm PST Typical pay for this position is $23-$25 per hour. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected. This position may also be eligible for a bonus not included in the base pay range. The Injection Molding Changeover & Processing Technician is responsible for the setup, changeover, troubleshooting, process optimization, and maintenance of injection molding equipment that is used in the production of plastic and rubber components. This role ensures safe, efficient, and consistent manufacturing operations through proper machine setup, mold changes, process control, quality verification, and continuous improvement activities. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical aptitude, technical problem-solving skills, and hands-on experience with injection molding processes, tooling, auxiliary equipment, and manufacturing quality systems.

Requirements

Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment that utilizes injection molding for production of rubber or plastic parts
In-depth understanding of injection molding equipment that is responsible for processing rubber and plastic parts
Must have a technical and mechanical aptitude that will allow him to troubleshoot processing issues for rubber and plastic processing

Responsibilities

Responsible for hands on operation of injection molding machines, processing thermoplastic and thermoset (rubber) compounds
Performs mold changes and makes necessary adjustments and repairs on machinery
Monitors the molding machines and performs necessary setting adjustments
Completes repairs and preventative maintenance as required
Performs quality control checks to maintain quality standards (rubber and plastic)
Work alongside supporting production lead and machine operators to make sure all machines are running effectively
Water Chiller – Maintain water level and add chemical treatment when filling tank
Air Compressor – Monitor operation and report any problems
Vacuum Pump – Monitor operation. Change oil and filters as needed
Supply rubber to all tire machines and leave rubber up on machine for next shift
Supply Nylon and Kraton to all plastic machines
Keep material storage area clean and organized
Inspect and move all tire production boxes to staging area
Clean molds and store in proper location
Keep mold storage clean and organized
Perform mold changes on all rubber machines
Perform mold changes and start up production runs on all plastic machines
Keep production area clean and organized
Keep auxiliary equipment areas clean and organized
Perform maintenance and repairs on all production equipment
Weigh rubber scrap for operators on all machines
Empty trash and rubber scrap before end of shift
Perform all job duties in a safe and orderly manner
Perform all other duties as required or requested