(Korean Bilingual) Senior Customs Compliance Specialist

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Customs Compliance Specialist to oversee U.S. import operations and manage relationships with customs brokers and freight forwarders. This role ensures compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, supports Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, and drives process improvements across trade compliance functions.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive customs compliance experience, strong cross-functional collaboration skills, and the ability to thrive in a bilingual English / Korean business environment .

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily U.S. import customs clearance to ensure compliance with CBP and other regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external customs brokers and freight forwarders, managing performance and resolving issues.
• Administer Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, including recordkeeping, reporting, and compliance management.
• Maintain import documentation, including HTS classifications, country of origin data, and product valuation records.
• Partner with internal teams (logistics, procurement, legal) to align import operations with business objectives and compliance standards.
• Conduct audits of customs entries and broker activities to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Support internal and external audits, including CBP reviews.
• Monitor and interpret updates to U.S. trade regulations (CBP, USMCA, and other trade agreements).
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within customs and import operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time Employee Benefits :

Requirements

Key Responsibilities : Manage and lead ISO 45001 certification processes and Safety & Health Compliance Team. Oversee EH&S, fire prevention, disaster prevention, and emergency response programs across the entire facility. Conduct daily plant safety inspections and line walks to identify hazards, unsafe behaviors, and compliance gaps. Perform hazard identification, risk mitigation, equipment safety reviews, and mechanical / ergonomic risk assessments. Conduct incident investigations, corrective action tracking, and root cause analysis. Facilitate fire brigade training in compliance with NFPA 600 and NFPA 1081. Conduct employee EH&S training, new hire safety orientations, and contractor safety programs. Develop and update site-specific safety programs to meet regulatory compliance. Coordinate and communicate with global EH&S teams to ensure alignment on safety standards. Collaborate with fire, police, EMS, hazmat, insurance, and regulatory agencies as needed. Respond to emergencies and lead accident prevention and recurrence mitigation efforts. Lead cross-functional teams to promote a strong safety culture across the organization. Perform additional safety-related duties as assigned. Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, or related field required. MBA or MS preferred (or equivalent, relevant experience). Minimum 7 years of EH&S experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Professional certifications strongly preferred : ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM. Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, IFC standards, fire codes, and safety regulations. Experience managing ISO 45001 certification processes. Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional team management experience. Willingness to cross-train in other EH&S functional areas. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Preferred Skills : Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, chemical safety, and electrical systems. Experience conducting technical data analysis, safety audits, and compliance reporting. Bilingual Korean-English required Strong interpersonal skills with a positive, self-motivated, and collaborative approach.