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Kingsway, Dundee
Full Time | Permanent
Help Produce Some of Scotland's Most Iconic Publications
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.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Assistant, you'll support the day-to-day running of our production operation by:
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- Deep cleaning production equipment in line with planned maintenance schedules
- Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout production areas
- Carrying out pre-production checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation
- Monitoring consumable stock levels and reporting shortages
- Supporting Production and Engineering teams when required
- Following all health, safety and operational procedures
- Taking ownership of your work and contributing to a safe, efficient and productive environment
Requirements
We're interested in people who:
- Have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
- Enjoy practical, hands-on work
- Take pride in maintaining high standards
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrate good attention to detail
- Have a strong focus on health and safety
- Have basic mechanical aptitude or an interest in machinery and production environments
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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
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