General Manager - US Site Operations

ICOMAT; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Stock options

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Global impact

Job summary

An advanced manufacturing firm is seeking a General Manager for its U.S. expansion in Dayton, Ohio. The successful candidate will oversee local site setup and day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards while managing staffing and logistics. Applicants should have over five years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in composites or aerospace, with strong organizational and communication skills. The role offers competitive salary, stock options, and career growth opportunities in a dynamic, innovation-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing or facilities operations, preferably in composites or aerospace.
• Experience setting up or running mid-size technical workshops or sites.
• Knowledge of working on Grant & Customer funded projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate site setup, equipment commissioning, and contractor scheduling.
• Manage day-to-day operations across fabrication, stores, and general services.
• Oversee shift scheduling, entry-level hiring, and basic training needs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and site procedures.
• Serve as point of contact for local suppliers, vendors, and facility support.
• Liaise regularly with UK Directors to maintain reporting and alignment.
• Hold P&L responsibility.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Experience in composites/aerospace

Job description

Company Overview

ICOMAT is an advanced manufacturing company with game-changing technology that delivers the lightest structures possible for aerospace and automotive, at a scale, rate and cost efficiency that far exceeds existing composite production processes.

We have ensured iCOMAT is made up of people with the drive and imagination to grow a business that will revolutionise the use of composite materials to enable the next generation of lightweight cars, planes and spacecraft.

We build and operate automated factories for composite materials, delivering components to Tier 1 and OEMs. The business has 3 main divisions that focus on the development of automated production machines, development of software design and production tools and lastly the operation of the factory.

Now working with >25 customers (multiple leading OEMs) and earlier this year we completed the largest ever Series A in composites manufacturing (link) to fuel a significant scale‑up with growth plans that will see the business multiply in size over the next 2–3 years and expand operations into Europe and the US.

The business currently has facilities in Gloucester UK (Factory 1), Bristol UK (Hardware R&D Centre) and in Athens GR (Software R&D Centre).

As we scale and grow, we’re looking for talented individuals to help us continue driving this transformation. If you're ready to be part of a pioneering team that’s reshaping industries and pushing the boundaries of technology, we want to hear from you!

Role Overview

As the first full-time on‑site leader for iCOMAT’s U.S. expansion, the General Manager will coordinate local setup and support daily operations across manufacturing, logistics, and basic staffing. This is a hands‑on role focused on enabling production, maintaining facility readiness, and ensuring alignment with technical and commercial leadership in the UK.

What will you be doing?

• Coordinate site setup, equipment commissioning, and contractor scheduling
• Manage day‑to‑day operations across fabrication, stores, and general services
• Oversee shift scheduling, entry‑level hiring, and basic training needs
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and site procedures
• Serve as point of contact for local suppliers, vendors, and facility support
• Liaise regularly with UK Directors to maintain reporting and alignment
• P&L responsibility

What do we need from you?

• 5 + years in manufacturing or facilities operations, preferably composites or aerospace
• Experience setting up or running mid‑size technical workshops or sites
• Knowledge of working on Grant & Customer funded projects is an advantage
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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

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

iCOMAT is an Advanced Manufacturing business, which provides state‑of‑the‑art lightweighting solutions based on the Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) process.

We are proud to collaborate with the world’s top OEMs and end‑users. Together we develop new frontiers in automated composites manufacturing which revolutionises the aerospace, automotive and space sectors.