Customs Entry Specialist — Clear Shipments & Compliance

INTER-ORIENT SERVICES; Monterey Park (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

INTER-ORIENT SERVICES is seeking an experienced Customs Entry Writer in California. The role targets candidates with 3–5 years in a Customs Brokerage or freight forwarding environment, capable of handling cargo classification, filings, and compliance with U.S. Customs and related agencies.

You will work with a team to ensure shipments are cleared, invoiced, and arranged for delivery, while maintaining accuracy and deadlines in a dynamic logistics setting.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years or more experience in a customs broker or freight forwarder environment.
• Knowledge of industry topics: sales, FDA regulations, freight, EDI, contracts, NVOCC, logistics, pricing, CRM, and transportation.
• Experience classifying cargo from commercial documents and referencing cargo with U.S. Customs.
• Currently aware of the General Rules of Interpretation, HTSUS, and binding rulings.
• Broker license is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Clear shipments and file entries for importers with U.S. Customs and other agencies.
• Handle cargo classification, billing and delivery orders.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations where applicable.
• Coordinate with team and other departments to clear shipments, invoice, and arrange delivery.
• Track and trace shipments with carriers and freight forwarders; provide US Customs updates.

Skills

Customs brokerage experience

FDA regulations knowledge

EDI familiarity

Logistics

Attention to detail

Job description

INTER-ORIENT SERVICES is seeking an experienced Customs Entry Writer in California. The role targets candidates with 3–5 years in a Customs Brokerage or freight forwarding environment, capable of handling cargo classification, filings, and compliance with U.S. Customs and related agencies.

You will work with a team to ensure shipments are cleared, invoiced, and arranged for delivery, while maintaining accuracy and deadlines in a dynamic logistics setting.