Graphene Production & Process Technician

Hydrograph USA INC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

HydroGraph is seeking a Manufacturing Technician in Austin, TX to support daily graphene production, operate and maintain production equipment, and assist in process improvements to meet production goals.

You will collaborate with engineering, quality, safety, and supply chain teams, manage inbound materials and outbound shipments, and ensure safety in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment on the plant floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing, chemical laboratory, or materials production environment.
• Experience with pneumatic flow control process and system.
• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety practices.
• Comfortable working with production equipment, tools, materials, and basic documentation systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Experience or familiarity with RCA methodologies (e.g., 5 Why, fishbone/Ishikawa) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily manufacturing activities to support consistent graphene production and achievement of production targets
• Operate, monitor, and maintain production equipment used in graphene manufacturing processes in accordance with established procedures
• Follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements to ensure reliable and repeatable production outcomes
• Monitor and manage gas feedstock systems, ensuring proper flow, pressure, and supply consistency
• Assemble, inspect, and repair flow control valves, manifolds and related flow process control components by following established procedure
• Perform routine setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting of production line equipment and control systems
• Record and maintain daily production matrices such as production yield, equipment downtime, and safety incidents
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, quality, safety and material scientist teams to drive continuous improvement
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to minimize equipment downtime, increase production yield and reduce safety incidents
• Prepare customer shipments, verify shipment accuracy, and ensure orders are fulfilled on a timely basis
• Manage outbound shipments, including packaging, labeling, documentation, and coordination with carriers as needed
• Receive, inspect, organize, and manage incoming materials from suppliers to support uninterrupted production operations
• Ensure proper storage and handling of received materials per safety and quality requirements
• Coordinate with procurement team, suppliers and carriers on delivery schedules and discrepancies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company policies and applicable safety standards
• Communicate production issues, material needs, shipment status, and improvement opportunities to management team and cross‑functional partners

Skills

Chemical manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics

Tools

P&ID interpretation

Flow control valves

Process instrumentation

Documentation systems

Job description

HydroGraph is seeking a Manufacturing Technician in Austin, TX to support daily graphene production, operate and maintain production equipment, and assist in process improvements to meet production goals.

You will collaborate with engineering, quality, safety, and supply chain teams, manage inbound materials and outbound shipments, and ensure safety in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment on the plant floor.