Production controller, Melbourne

Hardie Grant Publishing

Hardie Grant is a leading Australian independent publisher, specialising in illustrated non-fiction, fiction, kids, travel and lifestyle titles, complemented by a dynamic portfolio of overseas publishers.

Reporting to the Head of Production: Children’s and Ultimo Books, we are now seeking a Production Controller role responsible for providing production expertise to support the delivery and creation of market-leading and top-quality books.

Core skills required to succeed in this role include:

• Book Production Process – Working knowledge of prepress, printing and book production process.
• Project Management & Multitasking – Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaboration & Communication – Strong ability to coordinate and work cross-functionally with internal publishing teams, sales teams (Australia/UK) and suppliers.
• Software Proficiency – Skills in Adobe Creative Suite (high level of proficiency InDesign and Acrobat), and Microsoft Office Suite.

About you:

You are a motivated and detail-oriented production professional with a passion for publishing. With a strong understanding of publishing process and print and digital trends and excellent communication skills, you thrive in a fast-paced environment where multitasking and problem-solving are central to your role.

Our ideal candidate is proficient in managing project budgets, scheduling and possesses proven skills in liaising with suppliers including printers, typesetters, freelancers and other related partners.

Employment perks and benefits:

Hardie Grant offers flexible work hours, bonus leave, and opportunities to keep learning and growing. Our benefits and policies reflect our commitment and passion to diversity, inclusion and giving back to our people and the community, including things like:

• Bonus leave days
• Additional menstrual and menopausal leave
• A Reconciliation Australia endorsed RAP
• A paid volunteer day each year to give back
• Paid blood donation leave
• Extensive L&D programs
• Free counselling, for professional or personal matters
• 3 months parental leave at full-pay on top of statutory parental leave – for both primary and secondary carers
• Fertility treatment and gender transition leave if required.

This is a full-time, permanent Production Controller position, based in Melbourne (Collingwood) Salary is in the range of $67,000 – $72,000 + superannuation per annum.

Hardie Grant is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, including people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability. We look forward to meeting you!

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