Customs Associate I

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Auto req ID: 309642BR

Position Title: Customs Associate I

Position Type: Full time

Employee Type: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring that U.S. and Canadian customs regulations are adhered to when processing import and export documents to facilitate the movement of cross-border packages. Communicate with consignees, shippers and brokers to clear shipments, close entries, resolve paperwork issues and customs holds.

Essential Functions

Complies with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) for on-site package examinations, shipment hold requirements and shipment clearance Researches issues on CBSA bonded shipments that are on hold at Gateway (can include communication with consignee, shipper and/or broker) Researches CBSA tracers and responds with clearance information Reviews and verifies shipment information for the United States Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) Manages inbound and outbound calls to resolve paperwork issues (including duties and taxes),clear shipments and close entries Performs routine data entry and directs commercial invoices through Genesis System to brokers as part of the clearance process

Minimum Education

High school diploma; Post secondary education in International Studies or recipient of Certified Customs Specialist designation preferred

Minimum Experience

No experience required, administrative experience in cross-border transportation and/or customs preferred

Required Skills, Abilities And / Or Licensure

Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel and Internet Explorer Good understanding of technical and administrative terms relating to US and Canadian government import and export regulations Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail Good customer service skills

Address: 45 Di Poce

City: Woodbridge

State: Ontario

Zip Code: L4H 4J4

Domicile Location: FXG-CAN/CAN/QGOR/Canada - Gateway

3 Months Position

Other Job Description Information

Monday - Friday - 10:30 pm - 7:00 am

Hours and days may vary based on operational needs

EEO Statement: FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity employer

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Operations

Supply Chain & Logistics

Transportation Services

Warehouse & Distribution