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 and the US; a Hardware R&D Centre in Bristol, UK; and a Software R&D Centre in Athens, Greece.

We are looking for a proactive and ambitious Operations Manager with a strong, hands-on background in composite materials to lead our production operations and ensure the highest standards in efficiency, quality, and innovation. This is not a maintenance role, it is a growth role. You will own the production floor and drive it forward.

• Hands-On Leadership: Use your in-depth knowledge of composite manufacturing to actively guide and support the team with technical challenges and process improvements. You can diagnose a layup issue on the floor, not just in a report.

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team. Set the standard, hold people to it, and foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and relentless improvement.

• Process Optimisation: Identify opportunities to enhance production processes. Introduce lean manufacturing principles to reduce cycle times, eliminate waste, and continuously improve throughput.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure every part leaving the facility meets rigorous quality standards and industry regulations. Partner with the Head of Quality to address issues at the root cause, not the symptom.

• Health & Safety Compliance: Maintain a safe, compliant working environment. Conduct regular safety audits and keep the team focused on prevention, not reaction.

• Supply Chain Coordination: Work closely with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure timely availability of materials while maintaining cost control. No excuses, no stock-outs.

• Technology Integration: Stay ahead of advancements in composite manufacturing technologies. Evaluate and explore their implementation to strengthen our operations.
  

• Minimum 10 years in a production or operations management role within the composite manufacturing industry.

• Hands-on experience with composite materials and manufacturing processes, including troubleshooting and process development. You have built things with composites, not just managed people who do.

Skills

• 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?