Job Description

This position is perfect for those with experience in freight forwarding or import logistics, looking to specialize in customs processes. You will be integral in processing air and ocean imports, ensuring documentation accuracy, and supporting the customs compliance team during a period of increased workload. This contract role has the potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities

Process air and ocean import shipments with a focus on customs entry preparation and review.Work with international shipping documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, airway bills, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.Enter and track customs data using our AS400 system and Questa web platform, with training provided.Support daily and weekly customs workflows, handle discrepancies, and escalate issues to senior team members.Collaborate closely with the customs and logistics team, including entry writers, dispatch specialist, FTZ specialists, senior logistics specialist, and management.Assist with high-volume FTZ-related documentation, auditing tasks, and import admissions.Maintain accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced environment with evolving auditing initiatives.

Essential Skills

3-5 years of experience in freight forwarding or import logistics with air & ocean shipments.Understanding of international shipping documentation and the import lifecycle.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Comfort with high-volume documentation.Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross-functional environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with customs entry writing or FTZ processes.Exposure to ERP, WMS, or legacy systems; AS400 familiarity helpful.Basic knowledge of HTS classifications or trade documentation.Customer service, data entry, transportation, freight bills, Microsoft Office, ISF, import compliance, freight forwarder.

Work Environment

The role is fully onsite with hours from 8am to 5pm, allowing for hands-on training and close collaboration with the customs and logistics team. You will join a tight-knit customs and logistics team, including entry writers, a dispatch specialist, FTZ analyst, tenured logistics specialist, and a manager. Our company offers a uniquely employee-focused, family-owned culture with a relaxed atmosphere, casual dress code, and open cube layouts.

Enjoy amenities like a pickleball court, ping pong tables, basketball court, walking trail, and subsidized cafeteria. Participate in team-building activities such as Halloween contests, holiday luncheons, and other company events.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bolingbrook, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bolingbrook,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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