Job Title: Data Entry Specialist
Location: Merrillville, IN (Hybrid – Onsite Tuesdays & Wednesdays)
Contract Length: 9/1/2025 - 8/31/2026
Pay Rate: $18- 23/hour
Employment Type: W-2 Contract

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Entry Specialist to perform intermediate to advanced data entry, data cleanup, and records management across multiple systems. This role requires strong accuracy, the ability to handle confidential information, and experience working in high-volume, deadline-driven environments. The position follows a hybrid work schedule, with on-site work required Tuesdays and Wednesdays in Merrillville, IN.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform intermediate to advanced data entry and data cleanup tasks in multiple systems
• Input alphanumeric data accurately and efficiently
• Review, proof, and correct errors to ensure data quality and completeness
• Prioritize work by coding, sorting, and organizing incoming data
• Maintain accurate records and tracking reports
• Generate reports based on inputted data
• Make routine mechanical adjustments to data entry systems (e.g., switching sets, adjusting controls)
• Support handling of confidential and sensitive information
• Provide guidance to newer staff after gaining sufficient experience
• Make recommendations and decisions within established procedures and limits

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education preferred
• 4 to 6 years of relevant data entry experience
• Ability to key 10,000 keystrokes per hour
• Proficient in 10-key adding machine usage
• Strong mathematical and item processing skills
• Experience working with confidential information
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience using Microsoft Access preferred