At DC Thomson, our Kingsway print site is where some of the UK's best-known and most-loved publications come to life, including The Beano, The Courier, The Press & Journal and many more.
We're looking for a Production Assistant to join our busy Production team. This is a hands-on role where you'll play an important part in keeping our operation running smoothly, ensuring equipment is maintained to high standards and ready for continuous production.
If you're someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in doing a job well and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Production Assistant, you'll support the day-to-day running of our production operation by:
We're interested in people who:
Why Join DC Thomson?
For generations, DC Thomson has been at the heart of publishing and media in the UK. Today's business combines heritage brands with modern technology, and our Kingsway site remains a critical part of delivering quality products to customers every day.
By joining our Production team, you'll become part of a supportive, skilled workforce that plays a key role in producing publications enjoyed by millions.
Closing date for the position is 17th September 2026 at 12 noon
DC Thomson is a family-owned business headquartered in Scotland, with a presence in London and across the globe. A 200-year-old company that is purpose led and future focused. And our purpose is clear: to champion, entertain and bring together our communities.
We are home to some of the UK’s best loved media brands that have been the voice of our communities for generations – from the iconic Beano, Stylist and People’s Friend to the UK’s biggest puzzle brand Puzzler and a portfolio of regional newspapers and radio stations including two of the top three best-selling regional dailies in the UK - The Press and Journal and The Courier. We have a thriving genealogy community (Findmypast), a trusted technology solutions business (Brightsolid) and a global marketing agency (Fifth Ring). From our long-established media brand, Energy Voice, an influential authority in the global energy conversation, we launched E-FWD, a membership organisation where the industry’s forward thinkers are coming together to drive the movement to secure, clean energy.
We have the influence and ambition to make a real difference towards tackling the critical issues of our time. Assets and knowledge built over decades of supporting high growth, innovative businesses allow us to make bold, long-term visionary decisions. DC Thomson is backing businesses that are making an impact in energy transition, water technology, the circular economy and food security amongst others.
Philanthropy and supporting the communities we live and work in is part of DC Thomson’s DNA, both through our brands and the Thomson family trust – The Northwood Charitable Trust.
At DC Thomson, we are modernising and ambitious, investing in technology and talent, and building brands for the digital age. A trusted partner that is driving positive change, inspiring innovation, and fuelling growth and success and a transformative business where people, partners and communities feel part of something extraordinary.
