Production Coordinator

Job Title: Production Coordinator
Location: Midrand, Johannesburg
Reporting to: Production Manager
Closing date: 22 May 2025

About Springer Nature Group

Springer 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 – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.

About Macmillan Education

Macmillan 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 Role

Macmillan Education South Africa is seeking a skilled Production Coordinator to join our TVET publishing team  based in Midrand. As a Production Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire production process of Macmillan’s market-leading TVET publications. This includes coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure the timely, efficient and high-quality production of printed and digital materials.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end production process, ensuring schedules are met and quality standards are upheld

• Co-ordinate with publishing, editorial and marketing teams to align production timelines and deliverables

• Liaise with external suppliers to obtain quotes, track progress of commissioned work and resolve any issues

• Monitor and track budgets, costs and timelines to ensure projects stay within scope

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies

• Troubleshoot any production-related issues, ensuring a smooth workflow

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Matric certificate

• Proficiency in electronic origination/composition (qualification an advantage)

• Proven experience as a production coordinator/controller or in a similar role within publishing or print production

• Strong understanding of publishing production processes, from concept to final delivery

• Advanced computer literacy and proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office suite

• Knowledge of Adobe applications including but not limited to Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign

• Exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills

• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment

• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work

• Good interpersonal and communication skills including written and spoken English

To apply : Interested candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and the names of two contactable and relevant referees.

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 company’s 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 https://careers.springernature.com 

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