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THE STORY OF US

Old Rutler Bldg

Rutler Screen Printing, founded in 1954 in George’s garage, has grown into a leader in the industry. Operating from an 18,000-square-foot facility in Easton, PA, we offer top-notch screen printing, embroidery, private stores, and fulfillment services. With decades of experience and a commitment to "never disappoint and always amaze," we provide exceptional quality and customer satisfaction.

George Rutler

George Rutler

Founded in 1954 from the humble confines of George's garage, Rutler Screen Printing began as a specialized workshop crafting signs, decals, and bumper stickers. The operation's reputation for excellence quickly catalyzed growth, necessitating a move to a spacious 5,000-square-foot facility on Belview Road in Phillipsburg, NJ.
 

George's commitment to superior craftsmanship and efficient production timelines attracted prestigious clients, including renowned artist Clarence Carter and corporate giant Blockbuster Video. As the business flourished and demand intensified beyond what George could fulfill single-handedly, he embarked on a strategic search for a business partner to help sustain and expand the thriving enterprise.

John Shubert

John Shubert

In 1974, John established a modest engraving and screen printing operation in Irvington, NJ. The lengthy daily commute from Phillipsburg soon proved unsustainable, prompting a fortuitous introduction through his wife to her employer, George. Their professional chemistry led to a business merger in 1976, creating their first formal corporation.
 

Throughout the following decade, the partners expanded beyond their original offerings of signs, decals, and bumper stickers to embrace the lucrative market of garment printing. The 1980s marked a transformative period for their enterprise, highlighted by significant success in the concert merchandise industry—producing tour merchandise for prominent recording artists.
 

George's retirement in 1986 left John at the helm of their thriving business. He navigated the company independently for eight years until his son Allen joined the operation, initiating a new chapter in the family enterprise's evolution.

Allen Shubert

Allen Shubert​

Allen embraced his heritage in 1994, stepping into the family business immediately following his high school graduation. Under his father's mentorship and guided by their enduring philosophy to "never disappoint and always amaze," he immersed himself in every aspect of the operation. Beginning in the art department, Allen mastered the rudimentary technologies of the era—systems that would appear painfully primitive by contemporary standards—before transitioning to the production floor to develop comprehensive expertise.
 

The millennium marked a strategic pivot for Rutler as they discontinued their signage division in 2000 to concentrate exclusively on apparel printing. Throughout the subsequent two decades, Allen methodically assimilated his father's business principles while progressively assuming greater operational responsibility. The leadership transition unfolded organically, without a definitive moment of handover, as father and son formed an exceptional management partnership until 2012, when John finally embraced his well-earned retirement after decades of dedication to the craft.

Samantha T
Samantha T.

Sales Representative

Hey! I’m Sam (Sam T, Sam 2, Samantha, it really depends on the day). I joined the Rutler team in 2023 and I love it here! There is a sense of belonging and the environment is welcoming, positive, and productive. We have a great mix of personalities (big and small) which I love. We are a true team and are encouraged to voice our thoughts and ideas. This allows us to strive to be our best every day. Being very passionate about people, I have been working alongside customers for most of my adult life, and I’m able to really focus on that at Rutler. Seeing our clients get excited about their designs and finished product is rewarding to say the least! In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my 2 daughters (6 & almost 2). If I’m not doing the mom thing, I like to scroll TikTok, watch tv, and make people laugh. Occasionally, I bake a mean cake, too!

Sam Q
Sam Q.

Operations Manager

My name is Samantha Quick ( I prefer Sam).  I started out as a member of the production team running Rutler’s first embroidery machines back in 2014.  As Rutler grew, so did my role, which now encompasses many jobs from customer service to coordinating projects and overseeing the embroidery division. My favorite part of working at Rutler is the positive atmosphere and fast paced energy. No two days are alike! I married my high school sweetheart, and we have two lively children who keep us on our toes.  My down time, if I have any, consists of watching movies, cooking and crafting with the kids. Another fun fact about me, I tend to recruit my family members!  My mother and brother are also a part of the Rutler team and I love getting to see them every day!

Jake F
Jake F.

Sales Representative

Hi, I’m Jake! I joined the Rutler team in 2021, and my role involves working with customers and communicating their ideas to the rest of our staff, ensuring their project or event can be successful! I love to help customers find the best garments to fit their needs, and it is very rewarding to see their ideas come to life with the final products! Rutler Screen Printing has a fun atmosphere with a lot of positive energy, and it’s great to have dependable co-workers to keep things running smoothly! This lets me explore opportunities in our local community, and the new challenges motivate us to find creative ways to improve our customer experience. In my free time, I like to relax with my two dogs (Bo & Lily), or visit my twin brother and cute nephew (he is about 1 ½!). My hobbies include traveling, reading books, losing our Fantasy Football league (2 years in a row!), and playing a variety of games with friends (including tabletop games, video games, and board games). I like to try new things, and I would love to be more active in the local community, so if you have an awesome event or organization, tell me about it!

Josh R
Josh R.

Production Manager / Art Director

I started at Rutler in 2016 as the secondary artist and quickly moved into the role of Art Director. Over the next several years I learned as much as I could about the production side of the business and now, I am fortunate enough to manage our screen print production team and the art team. My goal is to ensure that every garment that leaves our building has the highest quality print possible. From the beginning steps of art proofing to the final boxing, we work our hardest to give you the best product and service around. For those of you wondering, yes, Lara is my wife! We have been together since 2013, happily married since 2019, and look forward to working together every day. Outside of work I am an avid golfer, gamer, and Philadelphia sports fan. I also help run a golf tournament each year for my brother, called the Drive for Adam, to raise money for Niemann-Pick Type C. For more information, please visit raceforadam.org.

THE HISTORY OF
RUTLER SCREEN PRINTING

​2013 – Introduced an integrated accounting system to deliver top-notch customer service
           and streamline order management.

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2014 – Expanded our services by adding 8 embroidery heads, offering embroidery for the first time.

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2015 – Upgraded from our original 5,000 sq ft facility in New Jersey to a spacious 18,000 sq ft
           building in Easton, PA.

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2016 – Added another 8 embroidery heads to meet demand, making it 16 in total, and enhanced
           our prepress department for printing.

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2017 – Brought in 2 more automatic screen printing presses, totaling 7, and added 16 more
           embroidery heads, bringing the total to 32.

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2018 – Upgraded some of our older print equipment and boosted our embroidery capacity with
           an additional 38 heads, reaching a total of 70.

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2019 – Strategic market expansion (perhaps one significant step closer to our ambitious vision).

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2020Not even a global pandemic could slow us down! #DrowningInMasks

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2021 – Return from COVID! Finally, things are back to “normal”. Let’s print some shirts!

 

2022 – Back to full staff. Happy to see new faces!

 

2023 – Updated our equipment, bringing our total to 9 screen printing presses
             (7 automatic and 2 manual) and 10 embroidery machines (63 heads total).

 

2024 – 70th Anniversary! New Website released. Thank you to all our customers for
             supporting us over the years.

 

2025 – Keep an eye out and don’t miss what comes next! Follow our Facebook & Instagram
             to see what we are up to.

READY TO SEE WHAT
70 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE LOOKS LIKE?

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