IMPORT COORDINATOR

AppleOne Employment Services; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Gardena, CA is seeking an experienced Import Coordinator for a temp-to-hire position within a global logistics operation. You will manage ocean and air imports from origin to U.S. destination, ensuring accurate documentation and timely communication with customers and vendors.

This fast-paced, collaborative role offers opportunities for cross-training, strong leadership, and long-term career potential in a growing supply chain environment.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating ocean/air imports.
• Experience handling import docs: Bills of Lading, in-bond docs, delivery orders.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 quality requirements is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ocean and air import shipments from origin to U.S. destinations.
• Review and process import documentation (B/Ls, in-bond, arrival notices, etc.).
• Track FCL/LCL cargo and maintain communications with partners.
• Arrange inland transport and door deliveries with partners.
• Process vendor invoices and payables to meet month-end deadlines.
• Maintain import records and support compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Import coordination

Documentation handling

Vendor processing

Customer communication

Shipment tracking

Inland transportation

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Import Coordinator for a temp-to-hire opportunity with a global logistics and supply chain operation in the Gardena/Carson, CA area. This role supports the movement of ocean and air import shipments through key West Coast gateways, including the Los Angeles/Long Beach ports and LAX.

The Import Coordinator will manage import shipments from origin to final U.S. destination, ensuring documentation, transportation coordination, vendor processing, and customer communication are handled accurately and on time. This is a strong opportunity for a logistics professional who enjoys a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with supportive leadership, cross-training opportunities, and long-term career potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate ocean and air import shipments from foreign origin points to U.S. destinations, managing each shipment from start to finish.
• Receive, review, and process import documentation, including bills of lading, in-bond documents, arrival notices, delivery orders, freight releases, and agency documents.
• Track and trace FCL and LCL cargo shipments while maintaining timely communication with customers, carriers, freight forwarders, overseas offices, trucking companies, and vendors.
• Arrange inland transportation and door deliveries with appropriate partners to support efficient cargo movement.
• Process vendor invoices and payables accurately and on time to meet month-end deadlines.
• Maintain complete import documentation records and support compliance with domestic, foreign, and ISO9001 quality requirements.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $23 to $26 per hour.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Employment type: Temp-to-hire.
• Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Background check is required due to the nature of the business.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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