ICOMAT is an ambitious advanced manufacturing company with game changing technology and critically people with the imagination and drive to grow a business that will enable leading OEMs in the Aeronautics, Automotive Space and Defence sectors to significantly reduce the weight and improve the performance and efficiency of their vehicles & products.

iCOMAT produces the lightest structures from composite materials and carbon fibre and does so at a scale, rate and cost efficiency far exceeding any existing composite production processes. We have a proven technology that can deliver real-life production components made of carbon fibre and other composites at industrial scale and is economically viable today, with potential to rival even metals in automotive. iCOMAT provides end-to-end solutions, supporting our its customers from concept development and product design all the way to production and integration of components within their vehicle platforms.

iCOMAT is currently working with more than 25 customers across the aerospace, automotive and defence sectors, and has successfully delivered demonstrator parts for some of the most demanding applications, including fighter aircraft panels, space launcher structures and Formula 1 components.

To service demand, iCOMAT is building its first production factory in Gloucester, UK. The 45,000 square foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility will house three fully automated Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) production lines, alongside an array of advanced processing equipment. The factory will be online by the end of the year, and able to go from raw material to final parts.

This is part of a significant scale-up plan, (fuelled by our a recent Series A round: link) that will see the business multiply in size over the next 2-3 years and expand operations in Europe and the US.

We iCOMAT is recruiting for an ambitious operations director to oversee iCOMAT’s operations in the UK, with particular emphasis on the day-to-day operations of our Gloucester factory.

What will you be doing? 🤔

• Manage the day-to-day Operations of iCOMAT, with particular emphasis on factory management and production, establishing Company policies and processes
  
• Ensure compliance to procedures, laws and regulations and promote an efficient and safe working environment
  
• Ensure customer satisfaction and expectations are upheld.
  
• Lead, develop and grow the operations and factory production teams to establish a best-in-class unit.
  
• Define the long-term vision for Operations and translate it into a tangible action plan, with overall accountability for process management, performance monitoring and optimal resource allocation.
  
• Oversee procurement processes, material and resource allocation, employing an analytical approach to cost management and identifying significant areas for cost reduction.
  
• Create operational strategies to minimise stock losses, improve yield and reduce hours to reduce company costs and increasing employee productivity
  
• Ensure all equipment is run in a safe manner and maintained in line with the manufacture’s guidelines, certifying full training has been provided to all operators.
  
• Utilise software solutions to streamline business processes, reduce administrative tasks, monitor and provide analytical data for performance improvement.
  
• Collaborate with the broader leadership team to ensure the operational functions meets the business requirements and develop long-term solutions aligned with the commercial agenda.
  
• Foster a culture of strong people engagement within the operational team, holding individuals accountable while promoting a supportive environment.

What do we need from you? 💪

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior operations management role with a proven track record of operational excellence.
  
• Background working within fast paced manufacturing environments; world-class advanced manufacturing highly desirable.
  
• A strong background in composites and components manufacturing is desirable but not mandatory.
  
• Experience in driving change management in a fast-paced environment and comfortable making tough decisions while upholding a strong set of behaviours and values.
  
• Tenacious and focused, while also having the ability to envision long-term goals and not resorting to shortcuts in achieving overall objectives.
  
• Capable of successfully transitioning from the “factory floor” to the boardroom, demonstrating good commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to wider business initiatives.

Package includes: Competitive salary, Share Options, Private Healthcare.

Interested in learning more? Apply for more information and join us on our exciting journey!⚡

Department

Operations

Locations

Gloucester

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