Customs Entry Writer

Lynden Transport • SeaTac, WA

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About The Position

Lynden Logistics is hiring a Customs Entry Writer to support its customs brokerage team in SeaTac, Washington. This safety-sensitive position facilitates the movement of international shipments by preparing customs entries, coordinating with carriers and regulatory agencies, and helping ensure freight is cleared accurately and in compliance with applicable requirements.

The role handles import shipments across air, ocean, truck, and rail, responds to client and foreign-agent inquiries, processes invoices and transactions, supports tariff classification, and maintains complete shipment records. The Customs Entry Writer works with customs officials, carriers, customers, and internal operations teams to resolve issues and support on-time delivery. The stated pay range is $28–$34 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least four years of international freight, customs brokerage, or import/export experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, import documentation requirements, and HTS classification.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including strong proficiency in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and managing large volumes of shipment information.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple time-sensitive shipments simultaneously.
• Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret regulatory publications and shipment documentation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Degree, certification, or formal training in logistics, supply chain, or international trade.
• Previous exposure to ISF filings, OGA entries, or customs compliance programs.
• Familiarity with freight forwarding, customs brokerage, or shipment management software.
• Knowledge of duty calculations, customs fees, and import cost estimation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare compliant ISF, Customs, and Other Government Agency (OGA) entries.
• Track and monitor air, ocean, truck, and rail import shipments.
• Interact with regulatory agencies and carriers to secure cargo releases and keep freight moving.
• Respond to client and foreign-agent inquiries and provide accurate shipment status updates.
• Prepare client invoices and ensure timely and accurate transaction processing.
• Manage client-specific HTS tables and support proper tariff classification.
• Maintain complete, audit-ready shipment files in electronic and physical formats.
• Collaborate with customs officials, carriers, customers, and internal operations teams to resolve issues and ensure on-time shipment delivery.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus program, with bonuses dependent on job and company performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, with employee contributions as low as $5 for the employee and family.
• 17 days of paid time off, increasing with years of service.
• Six paid holidays and two floating holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a match of up to 50% of the first 6% contributed.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of educational expenses after one year of service.
• Life insurance.
• Health and wellness program.
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Transit reimbursement program.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED