Composite Laminator (Gloucester)

Operations · Gloucester, UK

Join ICOMAT – Revolutionising the Future of Lightweight Manufacturing!

iCOMAT is an advanced manufacturing company that invented Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) - the only proven technology for producing defect-fiber composite parts at industrial scale. We deliver the lightest structures possible for aerospace, automotive, defense, and space, at a rate and cost efficiency that far exceeds existing composite production processes.

We build and operate automated factories for composite materials, delivering components to Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. The business has three main divisions: development of automated production machines, development of software design and production tools, and operation of the factory. We work with 25+ customers and completed the largest ever Series A in composites manufacturing to fuel a significant scale-up, with growth plans that will see the business multiply in size over the next two to three years and expand operations into the UK, Europe and the US.

The business has currently more than 130,000 sqm of production capacity with manufacturing facilities in the UK (Gloucester and Swindon) and the US (Dayton, Ohio); a Hardware R&D Centre in Bristol, UK; and a Software R&D Centre in Athens, Greece.

Role

As a Composite Laminator, you will be at the heart of our manufacturing process. You will operate advanced tape-laying machinery (ATL), monitoring and controlling the process to ensure the highest standards of quality and precision in composite part production. You will work as part of a collaborative team, supported by engineers and technicians, and will develop deep knowledge of our RTS process and composite manufacturing.

What you will be doing:

• Operating automated tape-laying (ATL) machines to produce composite parts to specification

• Monitoring machine performance, material quality and process parameters throughout production

• Preparing materials, tooling and workspace to support production

• Maintaining equipment and performing routine maintenance tasks

• Identifying and reporting quality issues and contributing to problem resolution

• Following standard operating procedures and safety protocols

• Supporting continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives

• Contributing to the development of process documentation and best practices

What we think you'll need:

• Hands-on experience in composite manufacturing or similar production environment

• Experience operating automated production machinery

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to work precisely and follow instructions carefully

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Problem-solving and analytical skills

• Health and safety awareness

• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths

• Willingness to learn new processes and develop specialist skills

What we can offer:

• A meaningful role in a scale-up with significant growth potential

• Collaboration with world-class engineers and experts

• Exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technology and innovation

• A team environment that values quality, collaboration and continuous improvement

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Flexible working arrangements

• The opportunity to work on products that matter, in industries that matter

• Potential progression into senior machine operator or supervisory roles