What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customs Import Specialist position at MOHR Talent?
Customs Import Specialist
Compensation: $25-$30/hr
Palatine, IL | Onsite | Full Time
Are you the person everyone turns to when a shipment gets complicated?
Good. That is exactly who we are looking for.
We are working with a thriving logistics operation in Palatine, IL that is growing and needs a sharp, experienced Import Specialist to join their team. This is not a revolving door position. The people here stay, the work is steady, and the right person will have a real opportunity to become a cornerstone of this operation.
What makes this role exciting
You will not be pushing paper in the background. You will be the person driving import operations forward, owning your entries from start to finish, and making sure every shipment clears cleanly and on time. The volume is real, 100-150 entries per month, and the team needs someone who can carry that weight with confidence.
What you will be doing
- Managing the full lifecycle of customs entries including HTS classification and FDA/PGA compliance
- Handling "may proceed" releases and jumping on FDA exam notifications immediately
- Researching and applying HTS codes with accuracy and speed
- Keeping clients informed and ahead of any issues before they escalate
- Coordinating with carriers, steamship lines, and customer service teams
- Monitoring Customs and FDA releases and resolving any errors fast
- Supporting the Import Manager and contributing to a team that actually works well together
What you bring to the table
- 3 years of hands-on import entry writing and brokerage operations experience
- Deep knowledge of FDA/PGA requirements and HTS classification
- The ability to move fast and stay accurate when volume is high
- QuestaWeb experience is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- A mindset built for ownership, not just task completion
This team is ready to welcome someone who takes their craft seriously. If that is you, we want to hear from you today!
MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com
Salary : $25 - $30