Senior Customs Entry Writer

Senior Customs Entry Writer Ait Tahipo

LLC - 3.0

South El Monte, CA Job Details Full-time $25 - $30 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Customs regulations compliance Customer communication Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Writing skills Valuation Word embeddings Customs brokerage management Research Regulatory legal research Compliance documentation Regulatory submissions Customs documentation preparation Typing International trade regulations Transportation documentation for distribution operations FDA regulations

Full Job Description Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Entry 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

Expertise (Required) 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/PGA rejects, holds, and documentation requests; coordinate with importers and internal teams to resolve quickly. Holds, Exams, and Issue Resolution Lead responses to CBP document/cargo holds, exams, and requests (e.g., CF28/CF29 support as assigned). Proactively manage timelines and communicate requirements and risk to clients/internal stakeholders. Required Qualifications 4+ years 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). Strong FDA filing experience (hands-on transmitting and troubleshooting). Demonstrated ability to research and implement tariff/regulatory updates into daily operations. Proficiency with ABI system (NetCHB preferred) and Microsoft 365 (Outlookc, 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 Preferred Qualifications In-bond filing experience and/or FTZ (214/06/weekly entry). AD/CVD awareness (ability to flag risk and escalate scope questions appropriately). Shipment refusal (re-exportation or destruction) Interpret new tariff announcements and operational guidance (e.g., CSMS, official notices).

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Retirement Plan Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

Monday to Friday