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Job Description
The Entry Writer is a vital member of the CHB team, responsible for the accurate and timely submission of customs entries for the clearance of in-bound cargo through US Customs and facilitating the delivery of freight to customers. This role requires good customer service skills and serves as a customer advocate. Entry Writers may be promoted from administrative operations positions to learn the necessary skills.
Responsibilities
Receive and review documentation to input and transmit data for CBP release of shipments.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each customer on the correct method and data required for preparing an entry.
Use product files to identify HTS details on the commercial invoice.
Report the completion of entry tasks and release of cargo to the supervisor.
Report exceptions to established clearance requirements to the supervisor.
Organize the work area to identify the status of every file through each phase of the CBP entry process.
Confirm release details to customers through pre-established communication protocols.
Meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Import operations.
Track and trace shipments and coordinate with steamship lines, freight forwarders, and CFS on the availability of imported shipments.
Arrange the pick-up and delivery of freight with trucking companies.
Coordinate delivery exceptions and special delivery instructions with supervisors.
Handle accounting processes related to CHB, including issuing invoices to customers or overseas offices and processing payment requisitions.
Essential Skills
Air Import
Entry Writing
Customs experience
Cargowise / Lacey Act
Good team working skills
Verbal reporting skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
6 months to 2 years of experience in entry writing from brokerage
Experience with the Lacey Act and Cargowise
Work Environment
This position is onsite at a logistics company in Torrance for the first 90 days, after which it can transition to a hybrid model.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)- Short and long-term disability- Health Spending Account (HSA)- Transportation benefits- Employee Assistance Program- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
