Hybrid Customs Import Specialist I

CEVA Logistics; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Customs Import Specialist I in Des Plaines, IL. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, strong customer service, and coordination of shipments with carriers and internal teams.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with weekend shifts and a start window of 10:00am–3:00pm. Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and less than one year of related experience, plus basic MS Office and data-entry skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than one year related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers; advise of shipment details and provide quotations.
• Oversee shipment transportation by arranging, booking, and confirming space on flights, freight, cargo, and other transportation methods.
• Complete documentation for receipt of shipments, or review documentation to correctly process shipments.
• Process documents through the appropriate system in a timely manner to ensure compliance with established deadlines.
• Secure necessary documentation when incomplete information is provided; may involve more limited or first reviews.
• Trace key transaction information (HBL, commercial invoice, and other required documents) to determine if available. Index and create tracking files to initiate clearance process, once documents are received.
• Follow-up with carriers, manage pre-alerts daily, and maintain record of all communications in files.
• Assist in coordination and communication of release to carrier, internal or external customer.

Skills

MS Office

Data entry

Typing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Customs Import Specialist I in Des Plaines, IL. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, strong customer service, and coordination of shipments with carriers and internal teams.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with weekend shifts and a start window of 10:00am–3:00pm. Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and less than one year of related experience, plus basic MS Office and data-entry skills.