Customer Service Representative

MRA Recruiting Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakewood Instruments is hiring a Customer Service Representative in Milwaukee, WI. This role focuses on supporting order management, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining strong communication across departments.

Successful candidates will have at least 2 years of customer service experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position requires a strong customer-first mindset, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of customer service experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional support via phone and email regarding product quotes and order status.
• Build and maintain positive customer relationships through effective communication.
• Enter and process customer orders accurately within the ERP system.
• Assist customers with product troubleshooting and technical support inquiries.

Skills

Customer Focus

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Teamwork & Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in a technical or business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

ERP system experience

Job description

Lakewood Instruments Customer Service Representative Milwaukee, WI

Position Summary

At Lakewood Instruments, every employee contributes directly to the success and growth of the company. We are seeking a motivated and customer‑focused Customer Service Representative who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and is committed to delivering exceptional service.

This role serves as a key point of contact for customers by supporting order management, quotations, shipment coordination, troubleshooting, and account support while maintaining strong communication across departments. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, solution‑driven, and capable of building strong customer relationships through professionalism and responsiveness.

Qualities, Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide professional and timely support to customers via phone and email regarding:
  • Product quotes
  • Order status and processing
  • Expedite requests
  • Shipping and delivery inquiries
  • General customer support
• Build and maintain positive customer relationships through effective communication and follow‑through.
• Enter and process customer orders, shipment invoices, and related documentation accurately within the ERP system.
• Assist customers with basic product troubleshooting and technical support inquiries.
• Develop new customer accounts and coordinate credit reference documentation as needed.
• Issue RMAs (Return Material Authorizations) and process customer return requests.
• Monitor and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly sales and customer service reports.
• Follow up on past‑due customer accounts and assist in resolving payment discrepancies in coordination with accounting.
• Create purchase orders and route for approval in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate customer records, databases, and ERP system information.
• Collaborate with internal departments including operations, production, purchasing, and shipping to ensure customer satisfaction and on‑time delivery.
• Support additional operational or production‑related activities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Minimum of 2 years of customer service, inside sales, or order management experience, preferably within a manufacturing, electronics, or technical environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to professionally interact with customers and internal teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications; ERP system experience preferred.
• Associate degree in a technical or business‑related field is preferred but not required.
• Strong customer‑first mindset with a proactive and team‑oriented attitude.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Accountability
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail

Shift

• 8:00am – 4:30pm; Monday – Friday

Environment

• Indoors, heated/airconditioned

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lakewood Instruments is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization.