Data Entry Operator

@ ADAPT, Inc

Description

Enter data into database system in a timely manner using specialized formats. Support the data entry or scanning team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter alphabetic, numeric, or symbolic data from source documents into the computer following the on-screen format.
• Ensure accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of processed data.
• Compare entered data with source documents and reenter data for verification to detect errors.
• Maintain a minimum productivity level of 85%.
• Keep track of received data and source documents.
• Prepare, sort source documents, and interpret data for entry.
• Make necessary corrections to information entered and verify accuracy of data input.
• Review error reports and enter corrections.
• File or route source documents after entry and respond to inquiries regarding data.
• Adapt quickly to changing job responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required with strong data entry skills (alphabetic and numeric) and detail orientation. Minimum keystroke requirements include 10,000 numeric entries and/or 40 words per minute for alphabetic entries.

Language and Mathematical Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, perform basic math operations, and use units of measurement. Capable of writing simple correspondence and presenting information effectively in small groups.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Requires extended periods of sitting, occasional lifting up to 30 pounds, and fine motor use for keyboarding. Work is performed in a general office setting with proper lighting, ventilation, and moderate noise levels.

Key skills/competency

• Data Entry
• Accuracy
• Productivity
• Verification
• Keyboarding
• Attention to Detail
• Office Skills
• Documentation
• Error Correction
• Adaptability