Job Description

Job Title: Production Controller
Location: Midrand, Johannesburg (Hybrid)
Reporting to: Production Services Manager
Closing date: 3 June 2025About Springer Nature GroupSpringer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 175 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities xe2x80x93 enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.About Macmillan EducationMacmillan Education (part of Springer Nature) is a world-class educational content and service provider. As a trusted publishing brand in Southern Africa, we support learners, teachers, and institutions throughout their educational journey by offering them engaging and flexible content formats. Our passion for learning and our commitment to elevating education in Southern Africa make us a leading partner in driving learner performance and assisting educators in delivering excellent results.About the RoleMacmillan Education xe2x80x93 South Africa is seeking a skilled Production Controller to join our Regional Publishing Services team, based in Midrand. As a Production Controller, you will coordinate and manage the production processes of educational materials, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality products.Role ResponsibilitiesCoordinating schedules and production processesManaging budgets and costsManaging relationships with suppliersLiaising with key stakeholdersRecord keeping and reportingPerforming quality control and ensuring compliance with company standards.Experience, Skills & QualificationsPrinting or Production qualification (print and digital)Undergraduate degree in publishing studies or other relevant field (advantageous)Project management qualification/training (advantageous)Experience with key software, including MS Office and Adobe applications/DTP software (including, but not limited, to Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)At least 2 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in a production or publishing environment, preferably in educational publishingKnowledge of production processes for educational materials, including print and digital productsProven project management experience, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projectsCommunication and interpersonal skillsOrganisational and time management skillsAnalytical and problem-solving skillsStrategic-thinking skillsAble to work effectively in a hybrid, deadline-driven environmentApplications: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their interest in the position.If you have not been contacted within a two-week period of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.NB: In terms of meeting the companyxe2x80x99s goals with respect to Employment Equity, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit#LI-TK1Job Posting End Date: 3-06-2025