Consumer Affairs Representative I

Hamilton Beach Brands Inc.; Southern Pines (NC); Hybrid; USD 35,100 - 42,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Employee recognition

Casual dress code

Job summary

Hamilton Beach Brands Inc. is seeking a Consumer Affairs Representative I for their Southern Pines, NC facility. This hybrid role involves remote work on Mondays and Fridays, while in-office attendance is required Tuesday through Thursday.

The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for customers, providing exceptional service and resolving inquiries professionally. Applicants must possess a High School diploma and have six months of customer service experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of customer service experience.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Answer and document incoming calls, e-mails, and letters from consumers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of small appliances.
• Provide light troubleshooting and sales assistance as needed.
• Support order and warranty inquiries.
• Resolve complaints and retain customers.

Skills

Customer-focused

Detail-oriented

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Computer skills with data entry experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

- Southern Pines, North Carolina

At Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer, and distributor of small household and commercial appliances. our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior and teamwork. We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurances, along with 401(k), paid vacation, a paid charitable day off to share your talents with the non‑profit of your choice, a quarterly subsidy to help cover the costs associated with staying fit, the ability to purchase our products at a discounted cost, employee recognition, team building activities, and a casual dress code just to name a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Consumer Affairs Representative I at our Southern Pines, NC facility. This is a hybrid, salaried, overtime‑eligible role with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Employees work remotely on Mondays and Fridays, with in‑office days Tuesday through Thursday.

As the first point of contact for our customers, this position plays a critical role in delivering exceptional service, resolving inquiries, and representing our brand with professionalism and care.

Compensation Structure

• Starting Salary: $39,000 annually
• Scheduled Pay Increases: At 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months, based on performance and tenure

We are looking for individuals who are customer‑focused, detail‑oriented, and motivated to grow within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities Of The Position Include

• Answer, process, and document incoming phone calls, e-mails, and letters from retail consumers in a fast‑paced call center environment
• Learn, demonstrate, and apply knowledge of small appliances
• Crosstrain on specialty brands to support consumer phone and email inquiries, including white glove customer service
• Provide light troubleshooting and sales assistance where needed
• Order and Warranty Support
• Complaint Resolution & Retention

Requirements Of The Position Include

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Six months of customer service experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills with experience in data entry, e‑mail, and the Internet across multiple systems
• The ability to work well in a fast‑paced team environment

Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco‑free and drug‑free environment. Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E‑Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.e-verify.gov.