Import Documentation Clerk

Import Documentation ClerkWe are looking for a detail-focused Import Documentation Clerk to join a high-volume logistics team in California. This contract opportunity is well suited for someone who understands import paperwork, customs-related processes, and the pace of international shipping operations. The person in this role will help keep shipment documentation accurate, organized, and moving efficiently to support timely clearance and delivery.Responsibilities:Manage import paperwork for inbound international shipments, ensuring documents are prepared and processed accurately and on schedule.Examine commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, arrival notices, and related records to confirm completeness and compliance.Maintain shipment data in brokerage and logistics platforms, keeping records current, organized, and easy to retrieve.Coordinate with customers, carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to gather documentation and address questions.Follow up on missing, incomplete, or inconsistent paperwork to prevent delays in customs clearance and delivery timelines.Track shipment progress and assist in resolving document issues that could affect entry processing or cargo movement.Organize files and supporting records needed for customs entry activities and ongoing operational visibility.Provide administrative and documentation support to the import team during periods of increased shipment volume.