US Custom Import Clerk
2 days ago
Laredo
Job Description The duties of a US Customs Import Clerk involve a range of responsibilities that are critical to the smooth operation of international trade. Here are the key duties associated with the role: • Preparing and reviewing shipping documentation: Ensuring all necessary paperwork is complete and accurate before the shipment is sent., • Ensuring compliance with customs regulations: Verifying that all goods meet the legal requirements for import or export., • Processing import/export paperwork: Handling the paperwork necessary for the clearance of goods through customs., • Coordinating with freight forwarders and customs officers: Resolving any issues that may arise during the clearance process., • Verifying tariff codes and tracking shipments: Ensuring that the correct tariffs are applied and that shipments are on track., • Provide impeccable customer service., • Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release from database, SOP's, tariff book, internet or Customs., • Data entry and processing of various import related documentation for submission to US Customs and may handle all PGA's (Participating Government Agencies), • Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation in compliance with all record keeping requirements., • Adhere to all international importing and exporting regulations., • Work closely with other internal staff, departments, other FedEx operations, and customers to deliver high level of service to customers., • Process agency brokerage shipments., • May handle remote filings., • Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • HS Diploma or GED required., • Data entry/keyboard experience required., • MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner) required., • Minimum of 1year work experience preferred., • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written., • Organizational skills., • Inter-personal skills., • Problem solving skills., • Handle high volume of work., • Handle time sensitive work., • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision., • Ability to use multiple systems and reference material., • Interact with customers, carriers, brokers, government agencies, internal staff, management of all levels, internal departments., • Performs other or additional duties as assigned., • Paid training provided. HS Diploma or GED required. No industry experience required. Minimum of 1 year work experience preferred. Data entry/keyboard experience required. Working knowledge of MS Office and email applications such as Outlook using multiple screens and windows. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. Organizational Skills. Inter-personal skills. Problem solving skills. Handle high volume of work. Handle time sensitive work. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to use multiple systems and reference material. Interact with customers, carriers, brokers, government agencies, internal staff, management of all levels, internal departments. Company DescriptionStaff Force provides temporary, direct hire and light industrial staffing solutions to Texas employers in Austin, Brownsville, Dallas, Fort Worth, Harlingen, Houston, Laredo, Lewisville, San Antonio, Stafford and The Woodlands. We have more than 34 years' experience serving the Texas light industrial staffing market, and our Dallas, Austin, San Antonio and Houston staffing companies have deep Texas roots. We were founded on Texas principles; we operate as a “down home” Texas company, and our team prides itself on remaining true to the very values Texans are known to live by.Staff Force provides temporary, direct hire and light industrial staffing solutions to Texas employers in Austin, Brownsville, Dallas, Fort Worth, Harlingen, Houston, Laredo, Lewisville, San Antonio, Stafford and The Woodlands. We have more than 34 years' experience serving the Texas light industrial staffing market, and our Dallas, Austin, San Antonio and Houston staffing companies have deep Texas roots. We were founded on Texas principles; we operate as a “down home” Texas company, and our team prides itself on remaining true to the very values Texans are known to live by.