Customs Compliance Specialist - FTZ & HTS Expert

TSMC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Income Protection

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

TSMC Arizona seeks a Customs Compliance Specialist to support import/export processes. You will liaise with brokers, review declarations, and help maintain FTZ records in alignment with regulations. The role includes preparing documentation, tracking duties, and assisting audits.

Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential for cross‑functional teamwork. Required is a Bachelor’s degree and 0–1 year of related experience; U.S. Customs Broker’s License is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 0–1 year of customs entry writer/broker experience or similar.
• Familiarity with HTS and 19CFR.
• FTZ regulations experience is a plus.
• Active U.S. Customs Broker’s License is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word).

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customs brokers to facilitate timely clearance and review entry declarations.
• Maintain FTZ records and ensure documentation complies with FTZ regulations.
• Prepare and organize import/export documentation, permits, and licenses; track duties and taxes.
• Perform routine checks of trade documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Review shipping docs to verify alignment with regulations and internal requirements.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Maintain compliance trackers and support KPI reporting.
• Record import/export activities as required by law.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Presentation skills

Teamwork skills

Listening skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

• Job Title - Brief description
  
  

A job at TSMC Arizona offers an opportunity to work at the most advanced semiconductor fab in the United States. TSMC Arizona’s first fab will operate it’s leading-edge semiconductor process technology (N4 process), starting production in the first half of 2025. The second fab will utilize its leading edge N3 and N2 process technology and be operational in 2028. The recently announced third fab will manufacture chips using 2nm or even more advanced process technology, with production starting by the end of the decade. America’s leading technology companies are ready to rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

As a [ Customs Compliance Specialist ] , you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust.

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Supports daily import/export operations by coordinating customs clearance and ensuring all documentation meets regulatory standards. Key tasks include assisting with HTS/ECCN classification, tracking duty payments, and maintaining organized records for Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) activities. The role involves performing basic entry audits, assisting the logistics team with shipping issues, and helping prepare data for CBP inquiries and performance reports.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customs brokers to facilitate timely clearance. Assist in the review of entry declarations by verifying data such as valuation, country of origin, and trade program claims against commercial documents.
• Support daily Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations by maintaining accurate records and ensuring all documentation is filed in accordance with FTZ regulations.
• Assist in the preparation and organization of import/export documentation, permits, and licenses. Support the team by tracking duty and tax payments and gathering necessary records to help senior staff respond to CBP audits or inquiries.
• Perform routine checks of trade documentation to verify accuracy and regulatory compliance. Identify and report any discrepancies and assist in documenting the necessary corrections.
• Review shipping documentation for each transaction to verify that all details align with current customs regulations and internal requirements
• Work closely with cross-functional departments to provide updates on shipment status and basic customs requirements. Help resolve routine compliance questions and escalate complex issues to management for guidance.
• Maintain compliance trackers and assist in the preparation of weekly or monthly KPI reports. Provide data support to help the team identify shipment trends and potential areas for administrative improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of import and export activities as required by law.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 0~1 year of experience as a customs entry writer/broker
• Technical Skills:
• Familiar with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and 19CFR
• Demonstrated experience with FTZ regulations and operational processes is a plus.
• Possession of an active U.S Customs Broker’s License is a plus
• Interpersonal Skills:
• Communication
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
• Presentation skills
• Listening
• Teamwork
• Physical Requirements:
  
  

N/A

• Training:
  
  

N/A

Shift expectations verbiage (Choose appropriate option below)

• ( Technician ) TSMC Arizona operates 24/7, 365 days a year. This position requires candidate to have ability and willingness to work any shift (day or night) in a compressed work week schedule once training is done. The compressed work week shift structure is Work 4 days on, 3 days off for one week and 3 days on, 4 days off the next week. Shift is 12 hour shifts from 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6am.
• ( Engineer ) All [ Job Title ] may be required to work a Compressed Work Week (4-day on, 3-day off, 3-day on, 4-day off), and may be required to work night shift on a rotational basis.
• Scheduled night shifts and weekend on-call rotations in a 24/7 high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Night shift rotations are expected to be no more than 4 months per calendar year.
• Standard work hours: Monday through Friday
  
  

Candidates must be willing and able to work on-site at our Phoenix Arizona facility.

Benefits

As a valued member of the TSMC family, we place a significant focus on your health and well-being. When you are at your best—physically, mentally, and financially—our company thrives. TSMC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans: Choose the options that best fit your and your family’s needs.
• Income-Protection Programs: Financial assistance during injury or illness.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Secure your financial future with competitive employer contributions.
• Paid Time-Off Programs and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
  
  

Work Location : 5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [e-mail] .