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As our Customs Entry Writer, you'll help facilitate the smooth movement of international shipments by preparing customs entries, coordinating with carriers and regulatory agencies, and ensuring freight is cleared accurately and compliantly. This is a safety sensitive position. \nPay Range: $28–$34 per hour. \nWhat you'll be doing: \nPrepare compliant ISF, Customs, and Other Government Agency (OGA) entries. \nTrack and monitor air, ocean, truck, and rail import shipments. \nInteract directly with regulatory agencies and carriers to secure cargo releases and keep freight moving. \nRespond to client and foreign agent inquiries and provide accurate shipment status updates. \nPrepare client invoices and ensure timely and accurate transaction processing. \nManage client-specific HTS tables and support proper tariff classification. \nMaintain complete and audit-ready shipment files, both electronic and physical. \nCollaborate with customs officials, carriers, customers, and internal operations teams to resolve issues and ensure on-time shipment delivery. \nBenefits you can look forward to: \nDiscretionary Bonus Program – Additional bonuses paid out depending on job and company performance. \nHealthcare – Medical, dental and 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