Seaman Paper, headquartered in Leominster, Massachusetts, is a leading global manufacturer of environmentally sustainable specialty paper and packaging solutions. The family-owned company has been making paper in Massachusetts since 1946. Over the last decade, Seaman Paper has grown domestic and global manufacturing operations to meet the needs of their customers worldwide. The company’s paper-based, sustainable solutions help customers protect what is most important to them.

Job Summary: The CSR is responsible for providing effective customer service for all internal and external customers by using excellent, in-depth knowledge of company products and programs as well as communicating effectively with vendors and team members in management and various other departments

Duties & Responsibilities:

Receive, review, and accurately enter customer purchase orders into the order management system
Monitor order timelines, ship dates, and routing instructions; coordinate with production, scheduling, and shipping departments to meet customer delivery expectations
Proactively communicate any order changes, delays, or specification issues with both customers and internal stakeholders
Complete customer documentation such as item setup forms, spec sheets, vendor agreements, and compliance questionnaires
Maintain and distribute up-to-date customer-specific guidelines (e.g., shipping manuals, labeling requirements, compliance standards)
Address requests for MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets), product specs, and production lead times
Research and resolve customer deductions or chargebacks by obtaining proof of delivery (POD), issuing credit memos, or filing disputes as appropriate
Work with the credit department and customers to resolve billing discrepancies and short payments
Monitor inventory levels of custom items and raw materials; trigger production or purchasing to replenish stock as needed
Provide inventory availability updates to customers upon request
Coordinate sample requests and ensure timely delivery of product samples for customer review or approval
Initiate and manage customer quality concern reports; track issues through resolution with QA and production teams
Ensure customer-specific product records are accurate and updated in the ERP system (e.g., NetSuite, Radius, or similar)
Develop a strong understanding of the company’s custom-printed and converted paper products, including substrates, finishes, packaging formats, and compliance requirements
Support cross-functional initiatives and perform additional duties as assigned

???????Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
2+ years of customer service, order processing, or inside sales experience in a manufacturing or converting environment
Prior experience in the paper, printing, or packaging industry strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP/order management systems (NetSuite, Radius, or similar)
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Customer-first attitude with a professional, team-oriented mindset
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and willingness to support other departments as needed
Background in accounting, finance, or print production is a plus

Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States.

EEO Statement: Seaman Paper is an equal opportunity employer.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Occasional reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, lifting. Ability to use office equipment including computers, photocopiers, fax machines, telephones, etc.

The physical demands and work environment described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, use a keyboard, use a telephone and climb stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee must have the ability to drive a vehicle as needed.

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