Customs Entry Writer

Lynden International Logistics Company; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus Program

Healthcare – Medical, dental andVision

Paid Time Off – 17 days

6 holidays + 2 floating holidays

401(k) with up to 50% match

Tuition Reimbursement – up to 50%

Life Insurance & Wellness Program

Transit Reimbursement Program

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lynden Logistics in SeaTac, WA is hiring a Customs Entry Writer to support our customs brokerage team. You will prepare customs entries, coordinate with carriers and agencies, and ensure shipments clear compliantly. This safety-sensitive role requires meticulous attention to detail and strong communication.

Join a team focused on accurate documentation, timely releases, and collaborative problem-solving to keep international shipments moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• Four years of international freight or customs brokerage experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain TSA STA.
• Strong knowledge of HTS classification and import documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ISF, Customs, and Other Government Agency (OGA) entries.
• Track and monitor air, ocean, truck, and rail import shipments.
• Interact with regulatory agencies and carriers to secure cargo releases.
• Respond to client and foreign agent inquiries and provide shipment status updates.
• Prepare client invoices and ensure timely processing.

Skills

U.S. Customs regulations

Excel data analysis

Organization skills

Research & analysis

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lynden Logistics is looking for a Customs Entry Writer to support our customs brokerage team in SeaTac, WA. As our Customs Entry Writer, you'll help facilitate the smooth movement of international shipments by preparing customs entries, coordinating with carriers and regulatory agencies, and ensuring freight is cleared accurately and compliantly. This is a safety sensitive position.

Pay Range

$28–$34 per hour.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare compliant ISF, Customs, and Other Government Agency (OGA) entries.
• Track and monitor air, ocean, truck, and rail import shipments.
• Interact directly with regulatory agencies and carriers to secure cargo releases and keep freight moving.
• Respond to client and foreign agent inquiries and provide accurate shipment status updates.
• Prepare client invoices and ensure timely and accurate transaction processing.
• Manage client-specific HTS tables and support proper tariff classification.
• Maintain complete and audit-ready shipment files, both electronic and physical.
• Collaborate with customs officials, carriers, customers, and internal operations teams to resolve issues and ensure on-time shipment delivery.

Benefits you can look forward to

• Discretionary Bonus Program – Additional bonuses paid out depending on job and company performance.
• Healthcare – Medical, dental and vision plans with employee contributions as low as $5 for you and your family.
• Paid Time Off – 17 days paid time off, PTO days increase with years of service.
• Holidays – 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Retirement Plan – 401(k) with up to 50% of the first 6% contributed matched.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program – Up to 50% of educational expenses reimbursed after 1 year of service.
• Extras – Life Insurance, Health and Wellness Program, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Transit Reimbursement Program, Long Term Disability Coverage and Employee Assistance Program at no cost to you!

To succeed in this role, you’ll need these skills

• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, import documentation requirements, and HTS classification.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including strong proficiency in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and managing large volumes of shipment information.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive shipments simultaneously.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret regulatory publications and shipment documentation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

And these qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of four years of international freight, customs brokerage, or import/export experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA).

Extra credit if you have

• Degree, certification, or formal training in logistics, supply chain, or international trade.
• Previous exposure to ISF filings, OGA entries, or customs compliance programs.
• Familiarity with freight forwarding, customs brokerage, or shipment management software.
• Knowledge of duty calculations, customs fees, and import cost estimation.

We personally review all candidates and promise to respond to all applications within 5 business days of applying.