Screen Printing Department Lead

National Ink and Stitch is seeking an experienced and motivated Screen Printing Department Lead / Manager to oversee and grow our screen printing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in their work, leads by example, and wants to play a key role in shaping and developing a growing department.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical screen printing knowledge, automatic press experience, screen separation and film output expertise, attention to detail, and leadership skills—along with a desire to grow with the company and help build efficient systems, workflows, and a strong production team.

Job Overview

As the Screen Printing Department Lead / Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the screen printing department, including daily production, quality control, press maintenance, workflow management, and staff leadership. This role requires a balance of hands-on production work, technical expertise, and people leadership.

You will play a significant role in managing day-to-day operations while helping to grow, improve, and develop our screen printing capabilities as the business expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily operations of the screen printing department to ensure efficient workflow and on-time job completion
• Operate and oversee automatic screen-printing presses, including setup, breakdown, and calibration
• Create, review, and manage screen separations and film output to ensure print-ready artwork
• Maintain high standards for print quality, registration, ink coverage, and color consistency
• Perform and oversee routine press maintenance and troubleshooting
• Manage production schedules, prioritize jobs, and adjust workflows as needed to meet deadlines
• Conduct quality control checks throughout the production process
• Train, mentor, and support screen printing staff on best practices, safety procedures, and equipment use
• Collaborate with graphic designers and the sales team to ensure artwork, separations, and production align with customer expectations
• Oversee preparation of artwork when needed, including layout review and print-readiness using Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop or Corel Draw
• Manage inventory of inks, screens, chemicals, emulsions, films, and machine supplies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient department
• Stay current on screen printing techniques, equipment, and industry trends to improve department performance
• Be willing to do what it takes to get jobs completed during high-demand periods

Required Qualifications

• Screen printing experience (required)
• Automatic press experience (required)
• Strong knowledge of screen separations and film creation/output (required)
• Previous leadership or management experience in a production or print environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Experience with press setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Dependable, accountable, and self-motivated

Preferred / Bonus Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and/or Corel Draw
• Knowledge of color theory, halftones, trapping, and print production standards

What We’re Looking For

• A leader who takes pride in their work and the work of their team
• A hands-on manager with a solution-based mindset
• Someone who leads by example and supports their team
• A professional who wants to grow with the company and help develop this role and department
• Strong leadership qualities and ownership mentality

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• A key leadership role with long-term growth potential
• The opportunity to help build and shape the screen printing department
• A collaborative, team-driven environment
• Stability with room for advancement as the company grows

Location:

National Ink and Stitch

7610 Meadow Run Lane

Owings, MD 20736

How to Apply:

• Please send your resume and brief work history to apply@nationalinkandstitch.com

Pay Range:

• $23-$25/hour