LEAD PRESS OPERATOR
Lancaster Print House is looking to hire an enthusiastic, self-motivated, press operator for our 14-color automatic press. This position does require experience. LPH prints a lot of higher color count, detailed images so you must have a minimum of 2 years experience operating an automatic press. We use M&R presses but experience on other presses is fine as well.
The work we do is very rewarding to someone who enjoys the screen printing industry. You will be working with both water based and plastisol inks. We print a mix of spot color and simulated process work but more recently we are doing a lot of simulated process printing. Experience with water based inks is preferred but not necessary. We work in a fast paced shop and have a steady amount of work that will keep you busy and you will be supported by an in-training press assistant and a production manager.
Position requirements:
• Experience running an automatic press
• Knowledge of press tools, squeegees, mesh counts, and printing equipment
• Knowledge of fabric types and cure temperatures
• Ability to setup, tear down and register prints without assistance
• Ability to multi-task
• Attention to detail and goal oriented
• Ability to work on your feet all day and work in the heat
• Maintain a clean and organized work space
• Good communication and co-working skills
We are really just looking for someone who wants to work in a creative environment and wants to push themselves towards getting better everyday at their craft. We can teach you the more complex printing methods if you come from a shop that only does simple spot color work.
Please note this is a full-time position only. M-F 8am-4:30pm with overtime as needed.
If you are interested in this position please e-mail josh@lancasterprinthouse.com with your resume. Pay is based on experience and output.
PRESS/SHOP ASSISTANT
Unlike a lead press operator, this role does not require experience. It does however require enthusiasm and self-motivation.
We are looking for someone with an interest in the industry to be a press assistant to our lead press operators. This role is perfect for someone looking to get their foot in the door and start a career in screen printing.
What you will learn:
• Basic press setup and tear down for production
• How to unload shirts from press and spot quality defects while printing
• The basics of screen printing with both plastisol and water based inks
• The differences in our screen printing inks, how to react to different garments and how we determine when to use them
• Functionality of an automatic screen printing press
• Production flow from check-in stage to finished pieces
What we expect you to bring to the table:
• A positive attitude and friendly demeanor
• Willingness to be adaptive and shift gears on the fly
• An open mind to learn the processes
• Outside the box thinking
Position requirements:
• Ability to multi-task
• Attention to detail and goal oriented
• Ability to work on your feet all day and work in the heat
• Maintain a clean and organized work space
• Good communication and co-working skills
If you are someone who has wanted to venture into screen printing but don’t have the skills, this position could be a good fit for you. It is important to have a positive attitude and be adaptable as screen printing . We are looking for someone who is good at taking directions, has a strong memory for detail retention and frankly, just happy to be here.
Please note this is a full-time position only. M-F 8am-4:30pm with overtime as needed.
If you are interested in this position please e-mail josh@lancasterprinthouse.com with your resume. Pay is based on experience and output.
IN-HOUSE SEAMSTRESS
We are looking for a full-time in-house seamstress to head our sewing department. We print for a vast range of private label brands who require custom neck collar sewing. We have a Juki digital machine and a friendly work environment.
Position requirements:
• While experience is not needed for this position, it is a plus.
• Ability to work at and maintain a reasonable pace
• Good communication and co-working skills
• Maintain a clean and organized work space
Position duties:
• Tear and resew neck collars for private label
• Insert woven neck tags into collars and sew for private label
• Fix garments that may be damaged from the mill (i.e., poorly sewn hems)
• Assist other departments as needed
Please note this is a part-time or full-time position. We currently have a part-time seamstress on staff and you could fill in to make up the rest of the hours or you are welcome to full-time hours.
If you are interested in this position please e-mail josh@lancasterprinthouse.com with your resume. Pay is based on experience and output.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
We are always looking for motivated and driven people to join our crew. We bring passion to our industry and work with clients who value what we can do, allowing us to turn the tables on an industry typically powered by low wage production. We would love for you to join our mission to protect the craft, empower our industry and create a career for yourself at Lancaster Print House.
To apply for a job and join our team, please send your resume and your favorite musical artist to josh@lancasterprinthouse.com. We will keep you in our records so the next time a position becomes available you could be our next addition to our growing family! We do not require previous screen printing or design experience but it is helpful!
ABOUT LANCASTER PRINT HOUSE
Lancaster Print House is a top tier screen printing facility in Lancaster, PA that specializes in high-end retail quality work utilizing the best inks and methods to output the highest results. We are very prideful of the work we put out and our attention to details is second to none. We are growing at a rapid pace and have our sights set on being one of the most sought after shops on the east coast for clients who are seeking quality printing. We are the perfect marriage between technology and craftsmanship to create apparel that is worth wearing.