Production Controller

Macmillan Education; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational content provider as a Production Controller, based in Midrand. You will oversee the timely and cost-effective production of educational materials, collaborating with various stakeholders while ensuring quality and compliance are maintained. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills, relevant qualifications, and experience in the educational publishing sector.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion accommodations

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in production or publishing, preferably in educational publishing.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and DTP software essential.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production schedules and processes.
• Manage budgets and relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with standards.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Publishing Studies

Qualification in Printing or Digital Production

Project Management Certification

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

DTP Software (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Job description

Join to apply for the Production Controller role at Macmillan Education.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job DetailsJob Title : Production ControllerLocation : Midrand, Johannesburg (Hybrid)Reporting to : Production Services ManagerClosing date : 3 June About Springer Nature GroupSpringer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians, and other professionals.

With a presence worldwide, our brands and platforms reach millions daily, providing trusted knowledge sources for over years.

We are committed to ensuring that fundamental knowledge is accessible, verified, and useful for our communities to improve outcomes and progress.About Macmillan EducationPart of Springer Nature, Macmillan Education is a leading educational content and service provider supporting learners, teachers, and institutions in Southern Africa.

We aim to enhance education through engaging, flexible content formats and are committed to elevating learner performance and supporting educators.Role OverviewBased in Midrand, the Production Controller will coordinate and manage the production of educational materials, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality outputs.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate production schedules and processesManage budgets and costsMaintain relationships with suppliersCommunicate with stakeholdersKeep records and generate reportsEnsure quality control and compliance with standardsQualifications and SkillsQualification in printing or digital productionDegree in publishing studies or related field (advantageous)Project management certification (advantageous)Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, DTP software (e.g., Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)Minimum 2 years' experience in production or publishing, preferably in educational publishingKnowledge of print and digital educational material production processesStrong project management, organizational, and communication skillsAnalytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work effectively in a hybrid, deadline-driven environmentApplication ProcessInterested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter explaining their interest.

If not contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply to support our diversity and inclusion goals.We value a diverse, inclusive culture and provide accommodations for access needs.

For more career opportunities, visit our website.Additional DetailsJob Posting End Date : 3 June

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