Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Minnetonka, MN location in the Cardiac Rhythm Management division.

As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Customs and Trade Technician to join our team. Provides a variety of technical services to support customs and trade compliance at the site/division level, ensuring compliance with all relevant customs regulations and trade laws and regulations, including 19CFR, 15CFR, FDA, USDA, and other US regulatory agency requirements. Supports department by applying basic understanding of regulations to address a variety of import/export compliance issues, including tariff classification, Customs valuation, FDA inquiries, and other regulatory requirements.

What You'll Work On

Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

Applies basic understanding of import/export regulations and requirements to support business needs.

Assist site/division C&TC personnel in completing HTSUS and/or ECCN classifications and addressing import and export compliance issues related to 19 CFR and 15 CFR.

Prepare import/export related documentation, which may include commercial invoices, export declarations, bills of lading, etc.

Ensure timely and accurate response to Broker Requests for Information and follow up to ensure resolution.

Communicate with freight forwarders to arrange and facilitate shipments, including booking, configuration, tracking/tracing, etc.

Maintain and update site Item Master Log.

Work with site/division regulatory to ensure accuracy and completeness of FDA product codes and affirmation of compliance codes.

Conduct effective and timely transactional review/audit of all import/export records.

Elevate issues requiring correction or further review to supervisor/manager.

Compile quarterly import/export log and provide to Corporate C&TC.

Work with brokers to resolve broker/freight invoice issues/discrepancies.

Provide timely customer service to all incoming critical phone calls, miscellaneous phone calls, and emails.

Provide technical support for general import/export-related projects, as needed.

Personally educate self on latest Customs, FDA, and other government agency import regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

High School Diploma / GED OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Associates Degree Preferred. Business, logistics/transportation, or other related field.

Minimum 2-3 years experience in import/export operations, international business, or other related field. Licensed Customs Broker or Certified Customs Specialist preferred.  

Sound problem solving abilities and close attention to detail required.

Effective communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills are absolutely critical for this position. Proficiency in database, Excel, and other software programs.

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Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $23.25 – $46.55 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.