Customs Entry Specialist II

Customs Entry Specialist II

Department:
Customs Brokerage. Position Type:
Regular Full-Time.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is currently seeking a Customs Entry Specialist. The ideal candidate will have Customs Brokerage/Import/Export or CHB entry writer experience, as well as one year of customer service/general office/data entry experience.

• Administrative tasks in the import operations department servicing the client and their suppliers, providing customer service as well as maintaining revenues from the client base and contracted vendors.
• File break/down, classifying data entry, photocopying, scanning and some assembling of entries. Import air recoveries, check cutting, and delivery order creation is part of this position.
• Auditing commercial documents, applying harmonized tariff schedule code for accurate duty assessment and to ensure all federal requirements are met.
• Document review and assessment of accuracy, verifying country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure that compliance and federal regulation requirements are achieved.
• Daily follow up on documentation discrepancy issues which requires the ability to troubleshoot and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with customers and foreign origins.
• All other tasks as assigned by supervisor and or manager.
• Position may require a weekend schedule on a department rotation basis and not limited to working a holiday schedule based on the needs of the operation and requirements of the account.

Wage range: $25.10–$35.50 (may vary based on geography, knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience).

• A team player who works well with others – respecting teammates is a core value.
• A strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability, and autonomy in your role.
• Growth mindset – passionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself and the company, open to change.
• Customer service focus – serving a wide variety of customers, internal and external, building relationships is part of our culture.

• Minimum of 2 to 5 years of Entry Writing; 1 to 2 years in CHB or Imports.
• High school diploma or equivalent certificate required.
• Accurate and rapid data entry with the ability to multi-task.
• Proven customer service skills with the ability to problem-solve.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Project a professional image to the customer and represent AIT positively.

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits include medical, prescription, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, supplemental health, employee support, paid parental leave, pet insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement. Additional leave: up to 10–20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at  ext 5218.