Data Entry Specialist

Are you looking for a career and not just a job? Do you want to be an integral part of a dynamic team? Do you want to have duties and responsibilities that matter? If so, look no further!

Why Work for Us?

We are an established and growing company in search of qualified and experienced candidates for great opportunities within the organization.

Who We Are

Micro Quality Calibration was founded in 1978 and is an A2LA ISO/IEC 17025-2017 Accredited Metrology laboratory specializing in calibration, repair, testing, First Article Inspection, and sales (162 lines) of precision measurement and test instruments (In-house, On-site, and Mobile Calibration Laboratory). MQC continues to be at the forefront of the Metrology industry in capabilities/disciplines offered to its customers.

Our customer base includes small business owners to the Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Electrical, Automotive, and Communications Industries giants. If you are motivated and enjoy working within a challenging work environment, then this is the job for you.

What We Are Looking for in the Ideal Candidate

We are seeking an experienced Data Entry Specialist for our Chatsworth location. The ideal candidate will be computer and excel savvy and a fast typist with a keen eye for detail. Understanding data confidentiality principles is compulsory. The company will rely on you for having accurate and updated data that are easily accessible through a digital database or as needed

What Will You Be Doing While in The Receptionist Role:

• Transfer data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders, or optical scanner

• Type in data provided directly from customers

• Create spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes

• Verify data by comparing it to source documents

• Update existing data

• Retrieve data from the database or electronic files as requested

• Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation

• Sort and organize paperwork after entering data to ensure it is not lost

• Perform clerical duties, customer service, maintain files, and organize documents as needed
• Track/monitor onsite paperwork to ensure on-time production is met and the computer is properly updated
• Reporting on activities and obstacles to upper management
• Other duties as deemed necessary

Requirements and Skills Needed for Success:

• 3+ years of continuous experience in data entry
• Exceptional attention to detail while producing error-free work product
• Able to effectively communicate with all levels of employees, management
• Proven experience as a data entry clerk
• Fast typing skills (45wpm+); Knowledge of touch typing system is strongly preferred
• Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel, etc.)
• Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral device
• Basic understanding of databases
• Great attention to detail
• Great organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities
• A problem-solver- and critical thinker skills to meet deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously without supervision
• Ability to multi-task
• Have excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Type 40+ words per minute
• Proficiency in Microsoft based products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced education is preferred

MQC is looking for hard-working, detail orientated, dedicated individuals that are looking to invest in the company and have the company invest in them.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We welcome the unique contributions made from a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.