Data Entry Operator (Contract)

Job Title: Data Entry Operator – Intermediate

Location: Merrillville, IN 46410 (Hybrid)

Schedule: Onsite Tuesday–Thursday required; Remote Monday & Friday

Duration: 1-Year Contract

Rate: $20 – $23/hr (Non-Exempt)

Position

The Data Entry Operator – Intermediate supports high-volume data entry and data maintenance activities across multiple systems while handling confidential and sensitive information. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and productivity in a structured, policy-driven environment. Candidates must be able to work onsite Tuesday through Thursday and follow a hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate to advanced data entry, including alpha and numeric data input.
• Support multiple data entry initiatives and data cleanup efforts across various systems.
• Proof and validate work for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Prioritize workloads through coding, sorting, and tracking activities.
• Identify and correct errors through visual inspection and quality checks.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and tracking reports.
• Generate reports based on entered and processed data.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Make decisions and recommendations within established guidelines and authorized limits.
• Provide guidance to other staff after developing strong proficiency in assigned tasks.
• Perform basic mechanical adjustments, such as switching sets and changing control features.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education preferred.
• 4–6 years of relevant data entry or administrative experience.
• Ability to key a minimum of 10,000 keystrokes per hour.
• Experience using a 10-key adding machine.
• Strong mathematical skills and item processing ability.
• Proven attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Microsoft Access or similar database tools.
• Prior experience performing data cleanup or data quality validation tasks.
  
  

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.