--- title: 'Manager, Material Production at ICON' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/manager-material-production-icon-austin-texas-yzv8j74ybqd2' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Manager, Material Production at ICON - **Company:** ICON - **Location:** Austin Texas, United States - **Posted:** 2026-08-20 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers/jobs/6149171004 ## Job description ICON builds robotic systems that construct buildings. In March 2026 the company [commercially launched Titan](https://www.iconbuild.com/newsroom), its multi-story robotic construction platform, and has raised more than [$550 million](https://www.iconbuild.com/newsroom) to date, with over $360 million in government contracts across the Army, Air Force, DARPA, and NASA. That growth means more machines printing in more places, and every one of them depends on a steady supply of ICON's proprietary Formcrete material, produced to a tight quality specification and delivered on schedule. The Material Production Manager owns day-to-day production of Formcrete and associated wall-system inputs at ICON's Austin facility, running the fixed batch plant as it becomes ICON's first Titan Refill station and helping stand up the new Mobile Batch Plant that will bring batching directly to project sites. This role leads a hands-on production team and reports to the Leader of Material Operations. Working alongside Print, Logistics, Procurement, and Quality teams, this role is accountable for material availability, quality, and inventory accuracy so ICON's construction systems keep printing without interruption, and it builds the standard operating procedures and multi-site production capability that ICON scales as it deploys mobile batch plants across new markets. ## RESPONSIBILITIES: Production & Quality - Manage Formcrete production across the fixed batch plant and Mobile Batch Plant, from raw-material receiving and silo conveyance through batching, sampling, bagging, QC validation to specification, labeling, and warehouse organization. - Ensure every batch meets ICON's quality specification before it reaches print crews, and keep supersack inventory accurate and available. Titan Refill & Site Operations - Establish and maintain SOPs for Titan Refill cadence and traffic, coordinating with Print and Logistics teams to protect product quality and continuous availability. - Maintain clean, efficient site conditions and oversee compliance with safety and QA/QC protocols. Resource & Team Coordination - Schedule and deploy raw-material inventory, project-demand shipments, and supporting staff to meet project print schedules across sites. - Supervise, coach, and develop the production team, scaling headcount as mobile batch plants deploy. Process & Data - Refine SOPs for refill loops and waste management and lead continuous-improvement work on throughput and quality. - Own production data reporting, standardizing inputs and dashboards so output, QC, and cost are accurate and reportable. ## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Five or more years in production, plant operations, or materials management, preferably in manufacturing, construction, or field operations. - Demonstrated ownership of daily production at a batch plant, including scheduling, inventory control, and QC validation to a formula spec. - People-management experience with direct supervision of production or operations staff. - Strong grasp of production fundamentals: material planning, inventory control, sampling, QC validation to specification, and logistics coordination. - Proven ability to develop and enforce SOPs and to lead teams in safety and QA/QC adherence. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort with ERP, inventory, or production-data systems. - Effective communication with both field teams and senior leadership. - Able to work on-site in Austin, TX, five days per week, with early start times and extended or weekend hours during periods of high project demand. ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: - Experience with dry-mix batching or spec-critical, tight-tolerance material production. - Experience operating or overseeing batch plant, ready-mix, or concrete or cementitious material production environments. - Experience managing multiple sites, or mobile or field-deployed production assets. - Mechanical aptitude, including diagnosing hydraulic and pneumatic systems and troubleshooting production equipment. - Experience modernizing production data inputs, building dashboards, or automating reporting. - Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement. - Exposure to 3D printing, additive construction, or emerging construction technologies. ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with recordkeeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended). Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit candidates through this application. ICON does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency submissions for candidates and will not pay fees to any third-party agency without a prior agreement with ICON. As part of our compliance with these obligations, the Company invites you to voluntarily self-identify as set forth below. Provision of such information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your employment or subject you to any adverse treatment. Any and all information provided will be considered confidential, will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file, and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement purposes. [Internet Applicant Employment Notices](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1KtxCrS8fV9XRApKaXFjKJ5twhzR_MkGE) ## About ICON ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: ICON develops advanced 3D printing robotics, software, and materials to transform construction, tackling the global housing crisis and preparing to build on other worlds. - **Entity Type**: Private (Venture-backed; last known round: Series B in February 2022) - **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Evan Loomis (Co-Founder) and others; the founding team is not fully detailed in public sources. ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Construction Technology (PropTech), Robotics, Advanced Materials, Aerospace (Off-Planet R&D) - **Target customers**: B2B (homebuilders, developers, military/defense), B2G (government/MILCON projects), and B2C (homebuyers via partner builders) - **Mission or purpose statement**: To advance humanity by using 3D printing robotics, software, and advanced materials to lower the cost and increase the speed and quality of construction, tackling the global housing crisis and preparing to build on other worlds. ## Products & Services - **Vulcan Construction System**: A large-scale 3D printing robotic system that prints single-story and multi-story concrete homes and structures. Type: Hardware + Software. - **Phoenix Multi-Story Printer**: A newer, radical robotic printer unveiled to enable multi-story construction. Type: Hardware + Software. - **Proprietary Advanced Materials (e.g., Lavacrete)**: A low-carbon, high-strength concrete mix designed specifically for 3D printing. Type: Material. - **Digital Catalog for Residential Architecture**: A catalog of pre-designed, printable home models. Type: Software/Service. - **AI Architect for Home Design**: An AI-powered tool for home design and construction planning. Type: Software. - **Off-Planet R&D**: Research and development of construction systems for use on the Moon and Mars, including work under NASA contracts. Type: R&D Service. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (Private company). - **Key Metric**: $564.7M in total funding across 8 rounds. Annual revenue estimated at $18.0M (source: LinkedIn). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Tiger Global Management (led Series B), Moderne Ventures (led Series A), Oakhouse Partners (led Seed). Partners include NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, and various homebuilding firms. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 228 employees (+10.8% YoY); 42 active job postings (+223.1% YoY); expansion into military construction (MILCON); ongoing development of the Phoenix multi-story printer and Off-Planet systems. ## Competitive Advantages - **Pioneer & First-Mover**: One of the first companies to successfully deploy large-scale 3D printing for livable homes, creating a strong brand and operational track record. - **Vertically Integrated Technology Stack**: Proprietary robotics, software, and materials are all developed in-house, creating a defensible moat and optimized system performance. - **High-Profile Government & Space Contracts**: Partnerships with NASA and the U.S. Department of Defense provide credibility, non-dilutive funding, and a unique market position. - **Mission-Driven Brand**: The dual mission of solving the housing crisis and building on other worlds attracts top talent and media attention. ## Strategic Focus - **Scaling Military & Government Projects (MILCON)**: A major focus is on winning and delivering large-scale construction projects for the U.S. military. - **Multi-Story Construction**: The Phoenix printer represents a key strategic pivot to enable taller, denser buildings, opening up new market segments. - **Commercialization & Replicability**: Moving from R&D and pilot projects to a repeatable, scalable business model that can be deployed globally. - **Off-Planet Systems**: Continued R&D for lunar and Martian construction, maintaining a long-term vision that differentiates the company. ## Why Work Here - **Mission & Impact**: The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that directly addresses the global housing crisis and has a tangible, physical impact. The "Earth and beyond" mission is a powerful motivator. - **Hands-On, Cross-Disciplinary Learning**: Employees gain deep, practical experience across robotics, materials science, software, and field operations. Learning is accelerated. - **Comprehensive Benefits**: Includes medical/dental/vision, mental health coverage, "Use What You Need" PTO, generous parental leave, 401K with Roth IRA, and employee stock options. - **Culture**: Described as fast-paced, intense, and driven by a sense of urgency and ownership. Attracts builders, engineers, and operators who want to reinvent an industry. - **Work Policy**: Roles are primarily based in Austin, TX (HQ), with some field positions in Miami, FL. The environment is largely on-site, especially for engineering, operations, and print roles. - **Considerations**: The culture is also noted for high volatility, including a 25% workforce reduction in January 2025. Workload can be intense with long hours, and leadership is described as uneven by some sources. Candidates seeking stability and process maturity may find the environment challenging. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/icon-build/faq/workplace-perception) ## Sources 1. [iconbuild.com](https://www.iconbuild.com/) 2. [iconbuild.com/careers](https://www.iconbuild.com/careers) 3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers) 4. [linkedin.com/company/icon3dtech](https://www.linkedin.com/company/icon3dtech) 5. 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