Import/Export Compliance Specialist

The Import/Export Compliance Specialist is responsible for coordinating and executing global shipment activities, including imports, exports, parcel, LTL/FTL, ocean, and air freight. This role ensures compliance with U.S. and international regulations while maintaining accurate documentation, optimizing transportation costs, and supporting on-time delivery performance.

People-Oriented, Analytical Thinker, Adaptable and Patient………do these character traits sound like you? If so, this is an excellent opportunity for you if you’re looking to develop your technical skills within a fast-paced engineering environment.

Your Basic Qualifications?

· We are looking for candidates with at least 5+ years of experience in international logistics, freight forwarding, or export operations.

· Experience coordinating international freight across multiple regions is preferred.

· Experience managing customs tariff classifications (HTS/HS codes) is preferred.

· Successful candidates need a blend of sharp analytical thinking, high adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills to successfully communicate with internal and external customers, requiring high emotional intelligence and patience.

Additional Details:

· This position reports to the Director, Production & Assembly Operations

· You will work onsite during the initial training (Monday – Friday)

· Opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule; however, must be willing to work in the office at least 4 days per week, and as needed.

Why Schmalz?

· Competitive compensation and eligible for a 10% bonus.

· Family culture & atmosphere. Yep, we still have monthly birthday desserts & office meetings.

· You receive up to 19 days of PTO your first year. We even give you a day to celebrate your birthday.

· Health insurance benefits are effective on your hire date. We pay up to 85% of your premium and even give you money in an HRA flex.

· Our 401k plan has a 1:1 company match, up to 6% with no vesting period.

· And of course, our amazing team members.

Ready to Apply?

You should! If you're really serious and want to learn more about Schmalz, visit our website at www.schmalz.com.

Schmalz is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status, and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in international logistics, freight forwarding, or export operations?
• What is your experience and understanding of customs compliance, documentation, and tariff classification?
• Do you have experience in manufacturing or a distribution environment?
• Do you have familiarity with ERP or TMS systems (SAP, Oracle, ABAS, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)? If so, please explain.
• What are your salary expectations?

Work Location: In person