Call Center Representative

Jjsnackfoods; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Jjsnackfoods in Paducah, Kentucky, is seeking a dedicated Customer Service representative to manage orders and customer inquiries. The ideal candidate will have experience in a call center environment and be responsible for processing orders, answering calls, and resolving customer complaints.

This is an entry-level position requiring at least a high school diploma and strong communication skills. Join a leader in the snack food industry where you can thrive in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Customer Service/Call Center.
• Ability to learn and understand equipment components and ordering procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process orders and manage customer inquiries.
• Document all call information according to standard operating procedures.
• Track shipments daily and communicate with carriers.

Skills

Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

Position Summary

We are the first line for our customer whether it be via email or through the phone. We are responsible for answering and directing calls, placing orders, answering emails, tracking orders, and assisting our sales team.

Responsibilities

• Process orders.
• Answer calls and respond to emails.
• Handle customer inquiries both telephonically and by email.
• Research required information using available resources.
• Manage and resolve customer complaints.
• Provide customers with product and service information.
• Enter new customer information into system.
• Identify and escalate priority issues.
• Route calls to appropriate resource.
• Follow up customer calls where necessary.
• Document all call information according to standard operating procedures.
• Log packages received.
• Produce call reports.
• Provide daily support and assistance to Regional Managers.
• Contact all DDD customers weekly.
• Maintain DDD call list weekly.
• Investigate/process credit requests.
• Maintain complete information on all product credits.
• Track shipments daily and communicate with carriers.
• Ability to learn and understand equipment components, ordering procedures and forms associated with orders.
• Monitor all equipment orders and document order activity.
• Catered events.
• New business.
• Allergen/Nutritional info.
• Website questions.
• Storage/Maintain product.
• Promotions.
• Franchise locations.
• Provide available shipping methods & transit time information.
• Follow-up correspondence in a timely manner.
• Provide website technical support.
• Run reports and enter the Internet Transfer orders for KY weekly and for CA period basis.
• Enter and assist with International orders.

Competencies

Computer Skills, Communication Skills

Education & Experience

High School or High School equivalent. Entry level. Customer Service/Call Center 1-2 years experience.

Travel Requirements

None.

Physical Activities

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Conditions

• Low temperatures.
• High temperatures.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Noisy environments.
• Hazardous conditions.
• Poor ventilation.
• Small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Adverse environmental conditions expected.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Disclaimer

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.