What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customs Compliance Coordinator position at MHI RJ Aviation Inc?
MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) is the merging of two important heritages: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and the CRJ Series program. We provide comprehensive critical operational, engineering and customer support solutions including maintenance, refurbishment, technical publications, marketing and sales activities for the global regional aircraft industry.
We’re hiring a Customs Compliance Coordinator to help drive our continued success!
Purpose of the role
MHIRJ’s network of service centers, support offices and parts depots are positioned in important aviation hubs in the U.S. The Customs Compliance Coordinator will support MHIRJ’s operational compliance activities within the MHIRJ spare parts business actively contributing to the achievement of corporate objectives and ensuring regulatory compliance. The Customs Compliance Coordinator prepares customs documentation and ensures that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods.
Here are the daily responsibilities of a Customs Compliance Coordinator:
- Support Sr. Customs Advisor with compliance activities and audits
- Support MHIRJ's customs broker and MHIRJ distribution provider with daily operational requests related to import clearance, export shipments and transportation
- Assign accurate classification to MHIRJ spare parts prior to and at time of shipment, including Harmonized Tariff Schedule "HTS" and Export Control Classification Number "ECCN"
- Maintain the HTS and ECCN Databases up to date through the ERP system as well as with the customs broker.
- Support Dangerous Goods teams with all operational compliance matters specific to Dangerous Goods
- Maintain dangerous goods Material Safety Data Sheet ("MSDS") repository and ensure data accuracy in the product master
- Licensed Parts: proactively manage any parts that may be subject to licensing from segregation/movement of the goods to any necessary legal reviews
- Recordkeeping: review the physical and digital import and export documentation for completeness and accuracy, store both physical and digital copies in their respective locations
- Recover and audit Automated Export System ("AES") filings and documentation on routed exports from the respective freight forwarder
- Support third-party logistics provider with operational export and transportation matters
- All other duties as assigned.
Here is what is required to succeed:
- High School diploma or GED
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain or other relevant degree (Preferred)
- 3-5 years’ experience in US foreign trade, import/export compliance and/or customs brokerage setting
- HTS classification experience
- Ability to work independently and with limited supervision
- Intermediate working knowledge MS Office Suite in particular Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to proficiently navigate web-based applications
- NCBFAA Educational Institute's Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) Certification (import) and/or CES Certified (Customs Export Specialist certification) (Preferred)
- Aircraft parts classification experience preferred
- Experience in a distribution warehouse and aftermarket aerospace industry (Preferred)
- General experience using SAP (Preferred)
- Certified in Hazmat/DG certified within 6 months of hire. (Preferred)
- Training/class will be provided
Work Environment
We put safety first and take pride in creating workspaces that invite collaboration and innovation.
- Position requires full-time presence at our Haltom City, Texas facility with on-site collaboration essential to role success.
Why join us?
At MHIRJ, we recognize and value your contributions to our One Unified Team. We live by our values and embody our behaviors which drive our success. Take flight with a team that shares your passion and supports your journey. If your experience aligns with the qualifications for this role, we encourage you to apply – we’d like to hear from you!
We provide comprehensive benefits for you and your family, as well as ample opportunities to grow your career.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Company paid life insurance and short-term disability
- Annual wellness incentives up to $750
- Employee assistance program
- 401K with 7% company match
- Annual bonus plan
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
We do not currently provide sponsorship to work in the United States. All applicants for U.S. jobs must be a United States citizen or be authorized to work in the United States.
