Material Handler B-A

American Electric Power•Pataskala, OH

9d•$28 - $36

About The Position

Under semi-direct supervision, the Material Handler is responsible for material accountability, including receiving, identifying, inspecting, cycle counting, and recording materials, as well as unloading and shipping materials and supplies in the operation of distribution centers and storage yards. This posting covers Material Handler B and Material Handler A grade levels, with opportunities for advancement. The stated minimum qualifications apply to Material Handler B; higher levels have increased education, skill, or experience requirements. Duties include issuing materials with proper authorization; receiving, inspecting, sorting, storing, picking, packing, and shipping materials; maintaining inventory and accurate records; operating material-handling equipment and company vehicles; and following safety, operating, and environmental procedures. The work may involve shipping and receiving hazardous materials, including gasoline, oil, PCB-containing oil, and lead-acid batteries.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
For Material Handler B: at least one year of work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related work.
For Material Handler A: must have satisfactorily performed Material Handler B duties for at least 24 months.
Must be able to safely lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds; successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) is required where specified.
Must possess the appropriate state driver's license and meet vehicle-operation requirements under applicable federal and state law; a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
If a CDL is required, it must be obtained within six months of entry into the Material Handler B classification or the employee must vacate that classification.
If crane certification is required, it must be obtained within one year after obtaining the CDL and within two attempts; recertification is required as applicable.
Must be able to operate material-handling equipment, including motorized forklifts, and road vehicles.
Must acquire, within the company's specified timeframe, qualifications necessary to perform duties of the next higher classification in the progression or vacate the current classification.
For Material Handler B: basic computer skills to use inventory-management software such as Maximo; sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the listed duties; physical capability to perform the work; a strong working knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory; basic math skills; ability to work independently; and good communication skills.
For Material Handler A: good working knowledge of applicable Material Services instructions and procedures, demonstrated ability to train, instruct, and direct employees, and demonstrated ability to keep neat, concise, and accurate records.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

Issue materials under proper authorization and process and file associated records; duties may include picking up, hauling, and delivering materials using company cars or trucks.
Check received materials for quantity, identity, breakage, and condition; unload and store materials; initiate and process receipt records.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions; identify, sort, and record returned materials; return usable materials to stock and place unusable materials in scrap containers.
Assist with or coordinate order picks for satellite storerooms and complete related records.
Operate computer terminals, printers, and other office equipment, including calculators and scanners, to support materials management.
Prepare and pack materials for shipment or storage, including required shipping documents and records; handle hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental procedures.
Operate material-handling equipment such as hand trucks, forklifts, low-lift trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, and order pickers, as required.
Maintain or assist in maintaining efficient material storage, including rearranging bins and racks and changing material locations.
Maintain or assist in maintaining adequate inventory levels through cycle counts; make discrepancy adjustments with approval and process associated records.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification and perform similar or less-skilled work; at the Material Handler A level, train, instruct, or direct employees assigned to assist.
Perform duties in accordance with company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices.
At the Material Handler A level, qualify through demonstration and written examination on applicable Material Services instructions and procedures and maintain neat, concise, and accurate records.