J.J. Collins Printers

J.J. Collins Printers Family Owned Printing Company John Joachim Collins was born in the County of Cork, Ireland, on June 16, 1844. Today, J.J.

His family came to America two years later, settled in Cincinnati, and it was here that John married Elizabeth Lawler in 1868. The Collins’ came to Chicago in 1871, and John, a printer by trade went to work for Rand McNally Co., one of the city’s oldest printing firms. In 1878 he started his own printing company at 38 North LaSalle Street. As time passed, his five sons joined their father in a bus

iness that bears his name and is still owned and operated by the same family. In the early years, the company did a considerable amount of religious printing. In 1903, the History of Ireland was published in the Gaelic language from type that was set by hand and was brought to this country from London. Eventually, the company started to manufacture ledger books and ruled sheets for insurance companies and bills of lading for railroads. At one time, we were producing more than 250 types of standard railroad forms. Important in our history was the purchase of our first rotary press from Meiser Press Manufacturing in 1923. This press greatly enhanced the productivity of the company and helped us secure business forms work from many of the large corporations in the Chicago area. In 1961, the company moved to a new building in Melrose Park, Illinois. This period marked a time of expansion for the company. The efficiencies provided by the new plant, as well as the new equipment, resulted in a tremendous amount of new business. The production of snapout style and continuous forms began in the late 60’s and early 70’s. Automated padding equipment enabled us to produce large quantity pad orders at very low costs in half the previous delivery time. Our warehouse facilities allow us to print, hold and ship our customers’ orders as needed. Our list of satisfied customers include almost every major corporation in the Chicago area. Collins has continued to grow and works hard to satisfy the needs of our customers. Our manufacturing facility moved to Charleston in 1996. This move has allowed a consolidation of our commercial plant, forms plant, warehousing and distribution into one facility. The corporate offices, sales are now located in Woodridge, Illinois. Finally, while our past is important, we look forward to growth and change in the future. Technology is changing how our customers handle business transactions and J.J. Collins must be ready to supply the printed products that will be required. We recognize that our customers are our most valuable asset and we pledge to react to their changing needs.

Come see me (HR Manager Julie Miller)today at the Charleston Public Library for our job fair from 10:30am to 1:30pm.
08/21/2025

Come see me (HR Manager Julie Miller)today at the Charleston Public Library for our job fair from 10:30am to 1:30pm.

06/17/2025

Come see me (Julie Miller, HR Manager)at the Mattoon Public Library today if you’re looking for a job! We have different positions available as well as shifts. I’ll be here until 2pm today 😊

We are hiring!
06/19/2024

We are hiring!

06/11/2024

If you’re in Effingham & looking for job opportunities come by the VFW for the job fair from 9am to Noon today! I’m looking for Press Operators, Press helpers, 3rd shift Maintenance, 2nd shift supervisor, Bindery Support, & Sales.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR TALENTED INDIVIDUALS TO JOIN OUR TEAM!!
08/11/2023

WE ARE LOOKING FOR TALENTED INDIVIDUALS TO JOIN OUR TEAM!!

Good luck to the Charleston Lady Trojans Softball in the State finals this weekend!!
06/08/2023

Good luck to the Charleston Lady Trojans Softball in the State finals this weekend!!

CHECK THIS OUT!!!!!WE ARE HIRING FOR THE POSITION OF 3rd SHIFT PRESSROOM SUPERVISOR!
03/10/2023

CHECK THIS OUT!!!!!
WE ARE HIRING FOR THE POSITION OF 3rd SHIFT PRESSROOM SUPERVISOR!

If you or someone you know is looking for either an entry-level or experienced position, we want to talk with you! Cont...
08/05/2022

If you or someone you know is looking for either an entry-level or experienced position, we want to talk with you! Contact Gina, our Human Resources Manager to inquire about what might be the best fit for you!

06/09/2022

Full-time entry level positions are immediately available at J. J. COLLINS PRINTERS in Charleston! This family owned company offers stability for your future with 143 years in business. Starting pay is $14.00/hr. plus shift premiums. Excellent benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, air conditioned work environment and plenty of advancement opportunities. Apply at the plant or Apply now at

06/09/2022

Full-time entry level positions are immediately available at J. J. COLLINS PRINTERS in Charleston! This family owned company offers stability for your future with 143 years in business. Starting pay is $14.00/hr. plus shift premiums. Excellent benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, air conditioned work environment and plenty of advancement opportunities. Apply at the plant or Apply at https://www.fastfieldwebforms.com/us/webforms/f6fdcd97-c5c7-4509-b5c2-779ffc66feac

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2351 Madison Avenue
Charleston, IL
61920

Telephone

+18009722296

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