Customs Entry Writer

MOHR Talent · Lakewood, CA · 5 days ago

Marketing$28–$30/hrFull-time

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Customs Entry Writer to join a growing customs brokerage team. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing and processing import entries, ensuring shipments move efficiently through U.S. Customs while maintaining compliance with FDA, PGA, and other government agency requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and process customs entries for imported shipments
Verify commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and supporting documentation for accuracy
Enter shipment information into customs brokerage systems and maintain accurate records
Research and verify HTS classifications when needed
Process FDA, PGA, and other government agency requirements, including "May Proceed" releases
Monitor Customs, FDA, and agency releases, holds, exams, and pending shipments
Resolve documentation discrepancies and communicate with customers regarding missing information
Cook up with carriers, steamship lines, CFS facilities, warehouses, and trucking companies to ensure timely cargo release
Correct entry, bill of lading, and documentation errors that could delay clearance
Maintain communication with internal teams throughout the import process
Transfer completed files to the post-entry team for final processing

Qualifications

3+ years of customs brokerage or customs entry writing experience
Experience processing customs entries in a high-volume environment
Strong knowledge of HTS classification, Customs regulations, FDA, PGA, ISF, and import compliance
Experience with CargoWise, ACE/ABI, QuestaWeb, Descartes, NETCHB, or similar customs brokerage systems is preferred
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve documentation discrepancies
Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Pay

$28–$30/hour + Benefits

Schedule

This is a full-time onsite opportunity

Benefits

We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com