Job Opening: Import Specialist / Customs Brokerage
Description
Import Assistant – Customs Brokerage
Laredo, TX
$18–$22 per hour (DOE)
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Temp-to-Hire Opportunity
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Import Assistant to join their Customs Brokerage team in Laredo, TX. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in international trade, logistics, and customs operations, with the potential to become a permanent employee.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with processing ISF (Importer Security Filings) and 7512 documentation
- Prepare and review import and customs-related paperwork
- Support customs brokers with daily import operations
- Ensure documentation is accurate and submitted within required timelines
- Communicate with customers, carriers, and government agencies as needed
- Maintain organized records and update shipment information in company systems
Qualifications:
- Previous customs brokerage, freight forwarding, logistics, or import/export experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
What’s Offered:
- Competitive pay: $18–$22/hour, depending on experience
- Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the customs brokerage industry
- Potential for permanent hire based on performance