Data Entry Specialist

The Fountain Group is hiring a Coating Data Coordinator for a prominent client in Fairport, NY.

Pay: $16.05 - 19.05/hour
Duration: 6-month contract with potential for extension based on business needs
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Fairport, NY (Onsite)

This position is located within an ITAR-regulated facility. U.S. Citizenship is required to meet DOD/ITAR compliance requirements.

Position Overview

The Coating Data Coordinator will support the Coating Department by collecting, organizing, maintaining, and reporting production and operational data. This role plays a key part in ensuring data accuracy, timely reporting, and proper documentation to support departmental performance tracking and decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have prior administrative, clerical, documentation, or data support experience within a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or production environment and possess strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and maintain production, quality, downtime, and operational data
• Accurately enter information into spreadsheets, databases, and internal tracking systems
• Review source documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Maintain organized electronic and paper records
• Generate routine reports for department leadership
• Assist with tracking production trends, metrics, and performance indicators
• Communicate with supervisors and team members to resolve missing or inconsistent data
• Support special projects and additional data-related initiatives as assigned
• Maintain confidentiality of company and departmental information

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred
• 1–3+ years of experience in data entry, administrative support, reporting, manufacturing documentation, or related functions
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite required
• Experience using Excel to manipulate, organize, and analyze data preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience compiling and analyzing production or manufacturing data
• Familiarity with ERP, MES, or other production tracking systems
• Ability to identify data discrepancies and follow up to ensure corrections are made
• Previous experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or production teams

Work Environment

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Combination of office and production floor interaction
• Frequent walking between work areas to gather information
• Extended periods of sitting while entering and reviewing data

What We're Looking For

Candidates with administrative, office support, clerical, documentation, or data coordination experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or production environments are strongly encouraged to apply. Strong Excel skills and a high level of accuracy are essential for success in this role.