Customs Entry Writer (FDA / PGA)

Mohr Talent

Rutherford (NJ)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 47,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Mohr Talent is seeking a Customs Entry Writer to join its high-volume import operations team in Rutherford, NJ. This onsite role offers direct hire with compensation up to $30-$34 per hour and requires strong FDA/PGA processing, HTS knowledge, and efficient entry handling.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of customs entry writing experience, manage 100–150 entries monthly, and demonstrate excellent attention to detail and communication skills. Immediate hiring.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of hands-on Customs Entry Writing and/or Customs Brokerage operations experience.
  • Experience processing a high volume of Customs entries; approximately 100–150 entries per month strongly preferred.
  • Hands-on FDA/PGA processing experience.
  • Working knowledge of HTS classification/product codes.
  • Experience monitoring Customs and other government agency releases.
  • Experience with QuestaWeb is a plus.
  • Knowledge of U.S. and international geography including ports.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and multitasking skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Review and organize import files to ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
  • Process Customs entries in a high-volume brokerage environment.
  • Communicate with Customer Service regarding missing client documentation or information.
  • Classify documentation according to operational system data and client-specific SOPs.
  • Research and provide HTS/product codes when necessary.
  • Monitor FDA exams and communicate document or merchandise examination requirements.
  • Prepare and annotate delivery orders with FDA release information.
  • Transfer completed files to Post-Entry for final processing.

Skills

Customs Entry Writing
FDA/PGA processing
HTS classification
High-volume processing
Microsoft Excel/Outlook/Word
QuestaWeb

Tools

QuestaWeb
Microsoft Office

Job description

Customs Entry Writer –Ocean Im ports FDA/PGA

Location: Rutherford, NJ 07070 | Onsite
Compensation: Up to $30-$34/hour
Employment Type: Direct Hire

A well-established international logistics and Customs Brokerage organization is seeking an experienced Customs Entry Writer to join its collaborative import operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Customs professional who thrives in a high-volume environment and brings strong FDA/PGA, entry processing, and import compliance experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review and organize import files to ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
  • Process Customs entries in a high-volume brokerage environment.
  • Review and organize import files to ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
  • Process Customs entries in a high-volume brokerage environment.
  • Communicate with Customer Service regarding missing client documentation or information.
  • Classify documentation according to operational system data and client-specific SOPs.
  • Support classification and Customs compliance requirements.
  • Research and provide HTS/product codes when necessary.
  • Input Customs entry data and process FDA/PGA requirements, including "May Proceed" releases.
  • Monitor FDA exams and communicate document or merchandise examination requirements.
  • Prepare and annotate delivery orders with FDA release information.
  • Communicate hold/release instructions to carriers and steamship lines.
  • Monitor Customs, FDA, and other government agency releases.
  • Ensure shipments are properly released following clearance.
  • Identify and resolve census and entry errors.
  • Correct Bill of Lading and related documentation errors.
  • Transfer completed files to Post-Entry for final processing.
  • Maintain accuracy and compliance while working within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of hands-on Customs Entry Writing and/or Customs Brokerage operations experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to process a high volume of Customs entries; experience handling approximately 100–150 entries per month strongly preferred.
  • Hands-on FDA/PGA processing experience.
  • Working knowledge of HTS classification/product codes.
  • Experience monitoring Customs and other government agency releases.
  • Experience with QuestaWeb is a plus.
  • Knowledge of U.S. and international geography, including countries, cities, and ocean ports.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and multitasking skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Immediate hiring need.

MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com

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