Customer Service Specialist

SurfacePrep; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term Disability

Company Paid Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Financial Wellness

Job summary

SurfacePrep is seeking a detail-oriented Customer Service Specialist to join our team in Englewood, Colorado. You will be the primary contact for inquiries, process orders, quotes, and returns, and support the sales and logistics teams to ensure accurate fulfillment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associate or bachelor’s preferred), experience in customer service—preferably in a distribution or industrial setting—and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in customer service, preferably in a distribution or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, machining, and industrial tooling products strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an office environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Technical aptitude or willingness to learn product specifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries via phone, email, and internal systems.
• Process orders, quotes, and returns accurately and efficiently.
• Provide product information and support related to our products and services.
• Coordinate with internal departments (sales, warehouse, accounting) to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment.
• Maintain and update customer records in the CRM system.
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues with professionalism and urgency.
• Support the sales team with orders and customer follow-ups.
• Uphold company standards for service quality and responsiveness.
• Multitask effectively—manage multiple customer requests, order entries, and follow-ups simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and a high level of service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and professional Customer Service Specialist to join our team. This role is central to maintaining strong customer relationships and ensuring smooth order processing and support. The ideal candidate will thrive in an office environment and be passionate about delivering outstanding service to our industrial and commercial clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries via phone, email, and internal systems.
• Process orders, quotes, and returns accurately and efficiently.
• Provide product information and support related to our products and services.
• Coordinate with internal departments (sales, warehouse, accounting) to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment.
• Maintain and update customer records in the CRM system.
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues with professionalism and urgency.
• Support the sales team with orders and customer follow-ups.
• Uphold company standards for service quality and responsiveness.
• Multitask effectively—manage multiple customer requests, order entries, and follow-ups simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and a high level of service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in customer service, preferably in a distribution or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, machining, and industrial tooling products strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an office environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Technical aptitude or willingness to learn product specifications.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability.
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial Wellness.

About SurfacePrep

Founded in 1956, SurfacePrep is North America’s leading provider of surface enhancement solutions, with over 60 facilities across the United States, Canada, and Europe. With decades of experience, we deliver reliable equipment, consumables, and technical expertise that help manufacturers enhance performance, efficiency, and finishing quality across their operations.

At SurfacePrep, we understand the importance of dependable and effective surface enhancement solutions. Our team partners with trusted manufacturers to provide comprehensive process improvements, hands-on technical support, and high-quality products across a wide range of applications — including coated and bonded abrasives, abrasive air and wheel blasting, mass finishing, paint and powder coating, additive manufacturing post-processing, and turnkey production services that help customers eliminate risk, protect uptime, and maintain consistent quality.

Our national footprint combines local expertise with a robust network of resources, ensuring consistency, responsiveness, and innovation for customers across aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, general manufacturing, and more.

By partnering with SurfacePrep, customers gain more than products — they gain a collaborative team committed to delivering results beyond the surface.