Head of Creative Design

About our companyCamira are a multi-award-winning textile manufacturer with two centuries of heritage and a forward-thinking approach to innovation and sustainability, Camira designs and manufactures environmental fabrics for the commercial, public transport and residential sectors.Purpose of the roleTo design, develop and programme knitting concepts / new product in line with environmental and technical performance requirements, trends and innovation for all required market segments, to further Teknit’s development ensuring customer satisfaction.The day to dayTo adhere to the Camira Code of Conduct and comply with all relevant quality, environmental, health & safety, data protection, and corporate legislative requirementsTo develop custom knit samples, programming them to a customer ready state. To further develop new and existing customer specifications.To build strong relationships with customers worldwide, liaising throughout projects and visiting customers when required in order to develop products in line with customer specific requirements.To ensure smooth transition from development to production throughout the product lifecycle maintaining customer satisfaction.To maintain accurate record keeping at all times ensuring the ISO:9001 accreditation is retained throughout Teknit.Actively research and develop innovative ideas into product development for example new fabrics and yarns in conjunction with Camira design teamTo ensure production machines run efficiently, carrying out programme changes, maintaining and repairing knitting machines when required. To for-fill customer order satisfactionTo maintain the department’s quality, health and safety standards by following the set procedures.Responsibilities and duties should be kept concise. Job boards have a word count limit and candidates will not be attracted by overly complex job descriptions.Other ConsiderationsEssential:Knowledge of knitting CAD CAM Design SystemKnowledge of Knitting machines / productionBa