Customer Service Representative - 10/27/25

Group O; Milan (IL); Remote; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading customer service firm in Milan, Illinois is seeking a Customer Service Representative to provide exceptional service to clients. Responsibilities include handling customer inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring satisfaction. Ideal candidates should have strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a high school diploma. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

10.5 Paid Holidays

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Basic customer service and phone handling experience required.
• Strong verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming calls from customers seeking assistance.
• Listen actively to customer concerns and resolve issues.
• Assist customers with placing orders and processing returns.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Customer-focused mindset

Active listening skills

Data entry proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Customer Service Representative

Group O is seeking a Call Center Customer Service Representative responsible for efficient and courteous responses to customer questions and concerns.

As a Call Center Customer Service Representative, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional customer service experiences to individuals who contact our organization on behalf of our clients for assistance. Acting as the first point of contact, you will manage a variety of inquiries, provide information, resolve issues, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and critical thinking skills.

The ideal candidate for this role will possess effective communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-focused mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive incoming calls from customers seeking assistance with inquiries, orders, product information, billing questions, account maintenance, or technical support. Provide prompt, courteous, and accurate responses to meet their needs.
• Listen actively to customer concerns, identify the root cause of their issues, and work diligently to resolve problems to the customer's satisfaction. Utilize available resources, tools, and knowledge bases to troubleshoot and address inquiries effectively.
• Build rapport and establish positive relationships with customers by demonstrating empathy, patience, and professionalism in all interactions. Tailor responses to meet the unique needs and preferences of each customer.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the company's products, services, features, pricing, and promotions. Continuously update knowledge through training sessions, documentation review, and communication with internal teams.
• Assist customers with placing orders, processing returns or exchanges, tracking shipments, and managing account information. Follow established procedures for order entry, verification, and fulfillment to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Accurately record all customer interactions, inquiries, and resolutions in the appropriate systems or databases. Generate reports or summaries as required to track performance metrics, trends, and customer feedback.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales, marketing, and technical support, to address customer inquiries that require specialized expertise or escalation. Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate efforts and provide seamless support to customers.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance processes, procedures, and service delivery methods to improve the overall customer experience. Provide feedback and suggestions for optimizing workflows, tools, or training programs.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Remote location requires a minimum of 100-megabyte internet speed.
• Basic customer service and phone handling experience.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Active listening skills and the ability to empathize with customers while remaining calm and composed under pressure.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a willingness to take ownership of customer issues until a resolution is achieved.
• Familiarity with basic computer applications and proficiency in typing and data entry.
• Adaptability to work in a demanding environment with shifting priorities and a diverse customer base.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling customer interactions and sensitive information.
• Ability to work a set schedule with the flexibility to work extra hours or a modified work schedule to meet business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10.5 Paid Holidays
• Career Development Opportunities

About Group O

At Group O, it’s our employees who we value most. That’s why we provide a supportive environment where employees are given every opportunity to excel.

Group O offers a wide variety of careers with room for professional growth and advancement, and we are always looking for motivated individuals to join our team.

Group O is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, and sexual orientation.

If you require accommodations to participate in the job application process, please contact [e-mail], we will work with you to meet your needs.