General Operative

ICOMAT; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Equity options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

ICOMAT in Gloucester is seeking a General Operative for their advanced Aerospace manufacturing facility. The role focuses on various duties including stores/logistics, material preparation, and composite moulding.

Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and a forklift truck license. ICOMAT offers competitive salary, healthcare benefits, and equity options to promote growth in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, engineering, or warehouse experience is essential.
• Understanding of technical documentation is required.
• Quality-focused individual with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials through stores/logistics and ensure quality standards.
• Operate automated machines for material preparation.
• Conduct fork truck operations and manage material flow.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Forklift truck license

IT skills with ERP systems

Job description

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 more than 25 customers and completed the largest ever Series A in composites manufacturing to fuel a significant scale‑up, with growth plans that will 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.

We have an opening for a General Operative within an advanced Aerospace manufacturing environment. This job role is focused on a high‑technology, automated production facility. Duties will incorporate stores/logistics, pre‑preg material preparation, and composite compression moulding.

You will work with the teams across the company to ensure the efficient flow of materials throughout the business, quality, traceability and safety are maintained to the very highest standards.

What will you be doing?

Stores & Logistics

• Ensure materials are received and booked in line with Aerospace quality standards
• Pick, kit and issue materials to production using the Syspro ERP system
• Manage stock records for both stock audits and cycle count activity
• Ensure temperature‑controlled composite materials are managed and stored appropriately

Pre‑Preg Slitting & Material Preparation

• Operate automated slitting machines for pre‑preg composite materials
• Manage composite materials in controlled environments to ensure correct production
• Labelling of materials and traceability documentation
• Ensure materials are monitored against condition, shelf life, quality

Composite Compression Moulding

• Preparation of mould tooling and materials for compression moulding
• Use of automated press and associated equipment
• Work to documentation, drawings and technical instructions

Forklifts & Material Handling

• Fork truck operations and use of material handling equipment
• Load, unload and transfer materials across the business, ensuring the correct flow of materials from stores, production to dispatch
• Equipment checks and reporting any faults/maintenance

What do we need from you?

• Previous manufacturing, engineering or warehouse experience
• Understanding of technical documentation
• Quality focused with good attention to detail
• IT experience including Stock Control and ERP systems, with Syspro preference
• Forklift truck license required

Our Values: Uncompromising Excellence

• Discipline over excuses. We commit. We follow through. We hold ourselves and each other to the highest standard, especially when the pressure is on.
• Push the edge. iCOMAT was built on a refusal to accept that curved fiber could not be manufactured at scale. We innovate where others hesitate.
• Aligned and accountable. Everyone owns their lane, communicates openly, and delivers without being chased. No silos. No ambiguity.

Why iCOMAT?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, pension scheme.
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Career Growth Opportunities: Join us at a pivotal time as we scale up, offering unmatched professional growth opportunities in the rapidly advancing field of composite materials.
• Innovation‑Focused Culture: We pride ourselves on our inclusive, forward‑thinking work environment. Recognized by Bloomberg as a "UK Startup to Watch," iCOMAT celebrates diversity and encourages all applicants, regardless of background, to apply.
• Global Impact: Be a part of our mission to redefine lightweight structures for the automotive, aerospace and space industries, working with some of the most influential companies worldwide.

Ready to be part of something big?

Apply now to learn more and join us on our exciting journey!