Customs - Data Entry

Russell A. Farrow Limited; Windsor; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell A. Farrow Limited is seeking an entry-level team member to assist with receiving, reviewing, and entering customs documents. The role involves processing shipments using standard operating procedures and coordinating with clients and branches as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and be proficient in MS Office with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly in English. This on-site position supports a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Office experience is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Receive documents via email, fax and mail and review for completeness.
• Enter required information into database to produce entry and determine account number, ETA and billing.
• Contact clients, branches or other brokers for additional documents or information as needed.
• Trace shipments and set up pre-arrivals at Customs.
• Perform clerical tasks such as sorting, printing, scanning, and filing of documents.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Typing speed

Multitasking

English fluency

French helpful

Independent work

MS Office

Email & Internet literacy

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Email

Internet

Job description

2001 Huron Church Rd, Windsor, ON N9A 6L6, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

A wholly owned subsidiary of Kuehne+Nagel Group, and headquartered in Windsor, Ontario Canada, Farrow brings to the global trade industry over 115 years of expertise in cross-border customs brokerage, trade consulting, and integrated logistics services. Further to its beginnings in customs brokerage, Farrow offers trade consulting - expert advice on import/export and trade management, duty recovery and regulations compliance. With a strong network of locations across North America, Farrow manages over 500 employees with 15 offices and warehouses, including those of acquired company Link+ Corporation.

POSITION SUMMARY

This entry level position is primarily responsible for receiving, reviewing and entering customs documents. The incumbent processes shipments using standard operating procedures. May obtain additional information or seek guidance from more senior team members based on instructions and standard operating procedures

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive documents via email, fax and mail. Review documents for completeness (e.g. date, description, value) ensuring that all necessary documents have been received for processing. Determine account number, ETA and apply bar code to billing sheet. Enter required information into database system in order to produce entry.
• Contact clients, branches or other brokers of additional documents or information is required
• Respond to calls and questions from internal and external sources. Trace shipments and set up pre-arrivals at Customs
• Perform other duties such as sorting, matching and stapling documents, printing, faxing, scanning and other functions as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Office experience an asset, but not required

COMPETENCIES, WORKING SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrated ability to consistently release complex entries and solve problems with minimal assistance
• Demonstrated ability in completing a variety of entry types and processes
• Excellent attention to detail
• Tactful and dependable
• Strong communication skills; must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking French is considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Fast and accurate keyboard skills (minimum 8000 strokes an hour with 97% accuracy)
• Able to multi task and keep track of priorities and ETA's
• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Demonstrated ability with standard business applications (e.g. MS Office, email, internet) and standard office equipment (e.g. computer, fax, photocopier, scanner, telephone, etc.)

WORKING CONDITIONS, MENTAL EFFORT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Accuracy is required when entering appropriate data, adding figures and reconciling documents
• Concentration is required in balancing several tasks at one time
• Repetitive keyboarding / mousing; generally more than 6 hours per day
• Able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, multitasking environment
• Sitting at a desk for prolonged periods of time (up to 1/2 hour - 1 hour at a time) for more than 6 hours per day
• Lifting batches of entries and mail (generally less than 10 lbs.)
• Clean, non-hazardous office environment

Farrow is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.

2001 Huron Church Rd, Windsor, ON N9A 6L6, Canada