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