Import Clerk

TKK Custom Brokers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

TKK Customs Brokers Inc. in West Los Angeles is seeking an Import Clerk to join our team. This full-time position emphasizes accuracy, organization and timely filing of import documentation. Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with NETCHB is a plus.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment near LAX.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent with U.S. customs/freight forwarding experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Answering and directing phone calls/messages and sending time-sensitive emails/faxes.
• Filing and organizing documents for easy retrieval.
• Intra-building document pickup and delivery.
• Generating Excel spreadsheets and Word documents.
• Preparing and submitting Entry Documents and ISFs to U.S. CBP online.
• Coordinating with clients, shippers, freight forwarders and carriers.
• Supporting management with various tasks.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Word, Excel, Outlook

Job description

Import Clerk Position at TKK Customs Brokers Inc.

Located in West Los Angeles near LAX

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Join Our Growing Team: Full-Time Opportunity Available

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Import Clerk to join our team. This full-time position averages 40 hours per week and offers a competitive salary of $22–$27 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) retirement plan.

Who We Are:

TKK Customs Brokers Inc. has been proudly serving the industry for over 30 years. We specialize in generating and submitting import/export paperwork to secure clearance from governmental bodies like the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Fish and Wildlife Services. Additionally, we coordinate the local delivery of merchandise through trucking and railway services.

Role Overview:

We are looking for an individual who is detail-focused, computer-literate, proactive, and self-motivated. The ideal candidate will excel in organization and possess the capability to manage multiple projects with meticulous attention to detail. Accuracy is critical in this role, as even minor errors can lead to delays in shipments or customs clearance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook, is essential. (Familiarity with NetCHB or comparable Customs related data entry software is a plus.)

Key Responsibilities:

• General administrative tasks including answering and directing phone calls/messages, and sending time-sensitive emails and faxes.
• Accurate filing and organization of documents for easy future retrieval.
• Intra-building document pick-up and delivery.
• Generation of Excel spreadsheets and Word documents.
• Preparation and online submission of Entry Documents and ISFs (Import Security Filings) to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
• Coordinating and tracking communications with clients, shippers, freight forwarders, trucking companies, warehouses, terminals, steamship lines, and airlines, both locally and internationally.
• Providing support to management in various departmental tasks.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Associate's degree and/or equivalent experience working with U.S. Customs or Freight Forwarding is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with strong interpersonal capabilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• An aptitude for organizing tasks, managing multiple responsibilities, and setting effective priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to our database software (NETCHB).
• At least one year of experience in a secretarial, administrative, or office support role.
• Previous experience in customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or steamship line is advantageous.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a requirement.

We take pride in offering exceptional service and expertise to our clients while fostering a professional and collaborative workplace. If you are a dedicated professional looking to grow with a trusted name in the industry, we’d love to hear from you!