General Operative

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-free curved-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 General Operative, you will support the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing facility. You will assist with material handling, equipment operation and maintenance, and help ensure the facility runs smoothly and efficiently. You'll work as part of a collaborative team, developing skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and potentially progressing into a specialist or supervisory role.

What you will be doing:

• Assisting with the operation of manufacturing equipment under supervision

• Supporting material handling, storage and distribution

• Assisting with equipment maintenance and repair activities

• Maintaining cleanliness, safety and organisation across the facility

• Supporting quality control processes

• Collaborating with the team to identify and resolve operational issues

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

What we think you'll need:

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or operations environment

• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

• Ability to follow instructions precisely

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Flexibility and willingness to learn

• Health and safety awareness

• GCSE or equivalent level qualifications in English and Maths

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 specialist or supervisory roles