Call Center Representative at jjsnackfoods

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.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 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 & communicate with carriers    Ability to learn and understand equipment components, equipment ordering procedures and the forms associated with those orders.   Monitor all equipment orders; documenting order activity to keep everyone informed and up to date on the progress of equipment orders   Handle customer inquiries both telephonically and by email         Inquiries ( Email@dippindots.com , Contact Us Rcvd, Phone)   Catered events   New business   Allergen/Nutritional Info   Website questions   Storage/Maintain product    Promotions   Franchise locations     Research required information using available resources   Manage and resolve customer complaints   Provide customers with available shipping methods & transit time information   Identify and escalate priority issues   Investigate/process credit requests   Maintain complete information on all product credits    Follow-up required on all correspondence in a timely manner   Provide website technical support    Will run reports and enter the Internet Transfer orders for KY on a weekly basis and for CA on a period basis.   Will enter and assist with International orders.        COMPETENCIES: Computer Skills, Communication Skills     EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School or High School equivalent     Required Education:   Entry level   Required Experience:  Customer Service/Call Center 1-2 years     TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None       Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities Checklist   Job title:      Physical Activities   Check all that apply   Frequency   (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly   Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.   N   Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.   N   Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.   C   Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.   O   Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.   O   Communicating with others to exchange information.   C   Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.   C   Operating machinery and/or power tools.   N   Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.   N       Environmental Conditions   Check all that apply   Frequency   Low temperatures.    N   High temperatures.   N   Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.   N   Noisy environments.   N   Hazardous conditions.   N   Poor ventilation.   N   Small and/or enclosed spaces.   N   Adverse environmental conditions expected.    N       Physical Demands   Check only one   Frequency   Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.   C   Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.   N   Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.   N   Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.   N   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.