Customs Trade Agent - 1St Shift

Responsible for coordination of the documentation required by US Customs/Government Agencies for entry of goods into the US on behalf of importers.

At FedEx Logistics, you'll find everything you'd expect of a people-first, global industry leader. FedEx offer a chance at a long and rewarding career within one of the World's Top Companies. From benefits to special training to advancement opportunities, our offering is deep and wide to match our commitment to your career aspirations. Employee compensation and rewards are structured to acknowledge individual effort, stimulate new ideas, encourage outstanding performance, and promote teamwork. FedEx Offers an attractive and comprehensive package of pay benefits and quality of work and life programs.

Salary Increases: Salary increase based on individual performance

Tuition Assistance: Subsidy for continuous learning and education

Paid Time Off: Vacation, holiday, sick leave

Health Care Program: Medical and dental Coverage

Additional Benefits: Life, Disability (short- /long-term)

401(k) Program: Financial security in retirement

Reduced Shipping Rate: Exclusive discounts for personal shipping

Lifecare and LifeMart Benefits: Discount programs (e.g., car, restaurants, movies, daycare, pet care and more)

• Provide impeccable customer service.

• Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release from database, SOP's, tariff book, internet, or customs.

• Data entry and processing of various import-related documentation for submission to US Customs and may manage limited PGA's. (Participating Government Agencies)

• Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation in compliance with all record-keeping requirements.

• Adhere to all international import regulations.

• Collaborate closely with other internal staff and departments to deliver a high level of service to customers.

• Process agency brokerage shipments.

• Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed.

• A high school diploma or GED is required.

• No industry experience is required.

• No work experience is required.

• Data entry and keyboard experience are required.

• Required: MS Office, Outlook, office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner).

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.

• Organizational Skills.

• Interpersonal skills.

• Manage a high volume of work.

• Handle time-sensitive work.

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

• Ability to use multiple systems and reference material.

• Interact with internal staff, management of all levels, and internal departments.

• Performs other or additional duties as assigned.

• Paid training is provided.

Additional Information

Posting Date: 2024-04-19

• The job is remote, but applicants must reside in or close to the Indianapolis, IN 46241 area and should be able to come to the office if required for company-related issues. While the job is remote, the initial training period must be completed in person, which will last approximately 5-6 weeks.

• No waiting period for Benefits Eligibility

• Weekly Pay

• Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. The employee will be required to work on major holidays and may have to work overtime. (Eastern Time Zone)

• This position pays between $15.50 which is determined upon experience, location market and company guidelines.

FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions. We're glad you stopped by and hope your job search experience with FedEx Logistics, Inc. will be rewarding. We look forward to hearing from you!

FedEx Logistics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disability status.

FedEx Logistics, Inc. participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please ready the E-Verify Notice available in English (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf) and Spanish (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf) before proceeding with your job application. Click here to read the Right to Work Notice available in English (http://ftn.fedex.com/careers/OSC_Right_to_Work_Poster.pdf) and Spanish (http://ftn.fedex.com/careers/OSC_Right_to_Work_Poster_ES.pdf). Additional information about the E-Verify program can also be found at www.uscis.gov.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless required to do so by law or the FedEx Logistics Legal Department.

Equal Employment Opportunity: As a federal government contractor, we are committed to employ and promote qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans (including, but not limited to, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and other protected veterans. Our philosophy and commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination is the bedrock to job opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to an individual's protected status (i.e. race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, pregnancy/childbirth, or related condition, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.) Click here and here to read more about "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law."

FedEx Logistics will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the FAIR Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHOO) for the City of Los Angeles (LAMC 189.00)

FedEx Logistics will not rely on the wage history of a prospective employee from any current or former employer when determining the wages for such individual at any stage in the employment process, including in the negotiation or drafting of any employment contract in accordance with Philadelphia Ordinance No. 160840.