Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $28.00 - $29.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee bonus program
hybrid work schedule
Job Description
Califia Farms is an innovative leader in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, specializing in plant-based beverages and products that promote health and sustainability. Established with a commitment to quality and transparency, Califia has built a strong reputation for creating delicious, wholesome products that align with consumer demands for clean and functional foods. The company operates from its dynamic DTLA Arts District office, embracing a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. As a hybrid workplace, Califia offers flexibility by requiring office presence from Tuesday through Thursday, allowing employees to balance focused in-person teamwork with remote productivity.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in import coordination or logistics
- Knowledge of U.S. import and export regulations
- Experience in food or beverage manufacturing environments preferred
- Proficiency in Excel and ERP software
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively across departments
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Willingness to work partial hybrid schedule in DTLA Arts District office Tuesday through Thursday
- Availability for occasional early-morning or evening calls
Job Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in import coordination, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of U.S. import regulations, CBP requirements, and FDA Prior Notice
- Hands-on experience importing food ingredients or raw materials
- Familiarity with HTS classification, duties, and landed cost calculations
- Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and ingredient suppliers
- High attention to detail
- ability to manage multiple ingredient shipments simultaneously
- Strong communication skills and proven cross-functional collaboration
- Proficiency in Excel, ERP, and Food Safety systems such as TraceGains
- Familiarity with FSVP, organic imports, and allergen documentation
Job Duties
- Handle, process, and store import/export documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices, FDA Prior Notice, and packing lists
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements
- Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure timely delivery of goods
- Proactively manage delays, temperature issues, or transit disruptions impacting ingredients
- Track and monitor shipment status to keep deliveries on schedule
- Partner with customs brokers for compliant, timely clearance with CBP and FDA
- Resolve issues or delays that arise during the international process
- Maintain accurate records of all international transactions and related documentation
- Communicate with internal departments to provide import updates and resolve discrepancies
- Negotiate freight charges and other logistics costs to optimize shipping budgets
- Handle inquiries and requests from regulatory authorities related to international shipments
- Ensure proper HTS classification and valuation for customs clearance
- Manage relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure quality and reliability
- Update planning team on warehousing needs by location
- Monitor that all needed FSVP documentation is obtained and filed for easy access
- Evaluate the right tool for a centralized documentation portal and set up and maintain it
- Track KPIs such as clearance time, transit time, ingredient availability risks
- Provide regular updates to Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams
- Be available occasionally for evening or early-morning calls to accommodate other time zones
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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