<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Customer Service Representative (Direct Hire)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lorain, Ohio</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (In-office position)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>A great company in Lorain is seeking a hardworking and detail-oriented <strong>Customer Service Representative! </strong>In this permanent, in-office role, you’ll play a critical role in providing excellent support and communication to our customers while helping ensure smooth operations across various administrative functions. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic work environment where everyone wears multiple hats to get the job done.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Order Management:</strong> Efficiently enter customer orders into the system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in processing.</li><li><strong>Customer Communication:</strong> Provide outstanding support through phone and email, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and following up with customers as needed to maintain high satisfaction levels.</li><li><strong>Logistics Coordination:</strong> Schedule shipments for customer orders, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.</li><li><strong>Team Collaboration:</strong> Offer additional administrative support and assist with team projects during slower periods.</li><li><strong>Flexible Support:</strong> Contribute to team success by taking on diverse tasks as needed — everyone pitches in and wears many hats.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications and Skills:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Previous experience in customer service or administrative support, ideally in a role involving order entry and logistics (preferred).</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional and approachable demeanor.</li><li><strong>Organization:</strong> Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li><strong>Teamwork:</strong> A proactive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to support colleagues in a collaborative environment.</li><li><strong>Technology:</strong> Comfort with using customer management and order entry software; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and thrive in a team-focused, fast-paced office environment, we’d love to hear from you!</p><p><strong>Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.</strong></p>
<p>The <strong>Signing Services Coordinator</strong> is responsible for managing and coordinating the end-to-end processing of signing services for the company’s customers by building and maintaining strong relationships with both customers and signing agents. The role emphasizes meeting customer expectations while managing vendor performance and controlling costs, as well as ensuring compliance with company standards and industry best practices. </p><p><br></p><p><strong> Key Responsibilities: </strong>Oversee and manage a network of signing agents to ensure a detail oriented and exceptional customer experience. Monitor and process signing service assignments daily to ensure alignment with customer expectations regarding turnaround times and quality standards. Recruit, vet, and onboard experience in signing agents while maintaining up-to-date records of licensing, background checks, errors & omissions (E& O) insurance, certifications, and other required documentation. Negotiate fees with signing agents to increase service efficiency while controlling costs. Ensure compliance with vendor communication standards, fee management policies, and the appropriate use of technology tools. Assign signing service tasks based on factors such as agent qualifications, fees, turnaround times, and past performance metrics. Address correction requests, rework cases, and customer inquiries promptly and professionally. Establish and uphold quality control standards to meet or exceed customer and industry requirements. Actively support department quality control efforts and ensure signing services are processed within compliance guidelines. Maintain accurate records within the company’s tracking systems and monitor incoming service requests in alignment with department processes. Foster clear and courteous communication between vendors and customers, managing status updates in a timely manner. Collaborate with internal quality control teams to set expectations and enforce compliance protocols. This role plays a vital part in ensuring operational efficiency, cost control, and exceptional customer satisfaction while maintaining strong partnerships across both the customer base and signing agent network. The Signing Services Coordinator ensures that all processes are handled with meticulous attention to detail and adherence to performance standards.</p>
<p>The <strong>Client Experience Associate</strong> is a critical role responsible for delivering exceptional, real-time support to Old Republic’s clients by resolving inquiries efficiently and ensuring client satisfaction. This position requires a detail oriented who can manage communications effectively across various channels while adhering to service level agreements. This role will be hybrid/remote once hired as a permanent employee. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> </p><p><br></p><p>Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries via email, phone, and shared communication tools. Monitor and manage shared email folders, responding promptly to inquiries and collaborating with other operational units for resolution. Track and document client inquiries using standardized codes and notations within internal systems to report on inquiry trends. Handle operational functions such as order entry, scheduling requests, file cancellations, CPL submissions, and transactional certificates. Manage a task queue to ensure timely inquiry resolutions, meeting or exceeding SLAs and established turn times. Proactively review reports for scorecarding, service level checks, and client communications. Maintain consistent attendance, including participating in mandatory compliance training sessions and after-hours company events when required. Communicate professionally and collaborate effectively with management, colleagues, vendors, and clients through various mediums (in-person, email, phone, video conferencing). Uphold company policies and demonstrate responsiveness, flexibility, and professionalism in all interactions. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: Ability to work permanent, Monday through Friday, with potential for overtime as requested by management. Dependable, punctual, and capable of engaging in tasks that may require physical presence in the office or attendance at external events. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a customer-focused attitude. Demonstrated ability to handle inquiries with courtesy, professionalism, and proactive follow-up. Ideal Candidate Attributes: A collaborative and adaptable team player who can accept constructive feedback and direction. Proficiency in task management systems, communication channels, and relevant technologies. Knowledge of pertinent operational processes and regulatory requirements is preferred.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Kent, Ohio. This is a direct hire position and offers standard business hours. </p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will be responsible for managing and processing financial transactions with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate strong organizational skills to support both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Match purchase orders, receiving slips, and invoices while obtaining necessary approvals for payment processing.</p><p>• Enter invoices into the company’s financial system to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Prepare and print checks, secure required signatures, and distribute payments appropriately.</p><p>• Record wire payments in the accounting system and ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Assign and track sales tax for quarterly reporting and payment purposes.</p><p>• Organize and distribute mail, including financial documents.</p><p>• Complete month-end tasks such as journal entries, reconciliations, and closing activities.</p><p>• Compile and process monthly commissions for external representatives.</p><p>• Serve as a backup for accounts receivable by processing invoices through customer portals and handling collections for past-due accounts.</p><p>• Prepare reports for credit meetings, post cash receipts, and perform periodic audits of sales orders.</p>
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Collections Specialist to join our team in Independence, Ohio. In this Contract-to-permanent position, you will play a key role in managing business-to-business (B2B) collections while ensuring accurate records and prompt follow-ups. This hybrid role offers a mix of in-office and remote work, providing flexibility after the initial training period.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct B2B collections to ensure timely payments and resolve outstanding balances.<br>• Maintain and update customer records to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Follow up on purchase orders and address any discrepancies or delays.<br>• Utilize Centra, the in-house software, to manage collection processes and workflows.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payment-related issues and streamline operations.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients to negotiate payment terms and resolve disputes.<br>• Prepare regular reports on collection activities and payment statuses.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements during all collection activities.<br>• Contribute to process improvements and recommend strategies for better efficiency.
