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Customs Brokerage Entry Writer

PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Job DescriptionEntry Filing & Compliance Execution

  • Prepare and transmit varies type of import entries (primarily Type 01/03/06, plus other assigned entry types) and shipments (ocean, air, rail, and truck)
  • Review and coordinate import documentation (commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, certificates of origin, and PGA requirements)
  • Ensure accurate HTS, duty calculation, valuation, origin, MID/party data, and document sufficiency.
  • Apply tariff programs correctly (e.g., Section 301/232/IEEPA) and identify when escalation is required.

FDA / PGA Experience

  • Ability to process FDA entries from intake to release: confirm correct PGA message sets, product codes/affirmations (as applicable), intended use, and supporting documents.
  • Troubleshoot FDA and PGA rejects, holds, and documentation requests; coordinate with importers and internal teams to resolve issues quickly. Responsibilities include handling FDA destructions, re‑labeling, sampling, and follow‑up on importer lab testing.

Holds, Exams, and Issue Resolution

  • Proactively manage timelines and communicate requirements and risk to clients/internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

  • 1+ year U.S. import entry writing experience in a customs brokerage environment.
  • Strong knowledge of CBP entry fundamentals (clearance procedure, classification basics, valuation/origin, documentation, compliance controls).
  • Proficiency with the ABI system (NetCHB preferred). We operate in a fully paperless environment, so candidates must be comfortable working with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
  • 60 WPM
  • As an E‑Verify employer, we are required to verify the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off, including 11 observed holidays and 4 personal days
  • Retirement Plan
  • Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

  • Hybrid schedule: Remote on Mondays and Fridays; in-office Tuesday through Thursday.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Customs brokerage import: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • South El Monte, CA 91733 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in South El Monte, CA 91733

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