Newsquest Media Group

Production Assistant

Newsquest Media Group  •  £25k/yr  •  Deeside, GB (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Production Assistant

Application Deadline: 9 November 2026

Department: Print Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Deeside

Reporting To: Jerry Secker

Compensation: £25,250 / year

Description

Newsquest is the UK’s largest regional newspaper publisher, with a growing portfolio of newspapers, websites and magazines.

We are looking for a Production Assistant to join the team at our Deeside Print Centre, supporting the smooth running of our printing operation. This is a hands-on role within a busy, fast-moving environment where teamwork and reliability are key.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the day-to-day operation of the print centre
  • Monitor and set up finishing lines across different departments
  • Carry out basic planned maintenance and housekeeping tasks
  • Complete production paperwork accurately
  • Operate a forklift truck (training can be provided if required)
  • Work collaboratively with the wider production team to meet deadlines

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • A hardworking, reliable approach with good attention to detail
  • Comfortable working in a physically active role
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • A logical thinker with a practical mindset
  • Flexible and able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Experience operating a counterbalance forklift truck would be advantageous, but training can be provided.

This role operates on a set weekly shift pattern:

  • Monday: 3.30 pm to midnight
  • Tuesday: 1 pm to midnight
  • Wednesday: 12 pm to midnight
  • Thursday: 5 pm to 11 pm

This role involves a high level of physical activity, so a reasonable level of fitness is required.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
  • Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
  • Structured career progression & ongoing training
  • Pension plan
  • Employee Helpline counselling and advice
  • Perks & discounts, including:
  • Gym membership
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care
  • Retail discounts
  • Optional annual Volunteer Charity Day
Newsquest Media Group

About Newsquest Media Group

We are a media company with a difference. We are committed to bringing a voice to your region by investing in a passionate team of journalists who proudly serve their communities by sharing authoritative news that readers trust. Our sales teams provide local businesses with highly responsive digital advertising and marketing solutions.

We are one of the largest regional news publishers in the UK and have a portfolio of more than 250+ local news brands and magazines online and in print. With an online audience of 41 million users a month and 7 million readers a week in print, our content is read by a substantial proportion of the UK population.

In addition to our local news brands, we own a number of digital pure play and specialist media businesses such as s1jobs and s1homes, Exchange & Mart, and Newsquest Specialist Media. We also own LOCALiQ, an award-winning digital marketing agency that specialises in driving more leads, increasing online growth and generating return on marketing investment on behalf of thousands of UK SMBs.

Our parent company is Gannett Inc, the largest news publisher in the US. Gannett is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

Industry
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Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Newport, GB
Year Founded
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Website
newsquest.co.uk
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