Material Handler B-A

American Electric Power•Pataskala, OH

About The Position

Under semi-direct supervision, the Material Handler is responsible for material accountability—including receiving, identifying, inspecting, cycle counting, and recording materials—and for unloading and/or shipping materials and supplies in the operation of the RDC and storage yards. This posting covers Material Handler B and A grade levels, with the stated minimum qualifications applying to Material Handler B and higher educational, skill, or experience requirements for Material Handler A. The position offers opportunities for advancement through the grade levels. The role issues materials with proper authorization; receives, inspects, records, stores, picks, packs, and ships materials; and maintains inventory and storage locations. Work may include shipping and receiving hazardous materials under required safety and environmental procedures, and operating material-handling equipment and company vehicles. The role also involves maintaining records and using computer systems and office equipment. The position requires the ability to safely lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds and to meet applicable physical ability and vehicle-operation requirements. Duties must be performed in accordance with company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices. AEP describes its work as focused on delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions and putting the customer first. Compensation is listed as $27.67–$36.19, with a comprehensive benefits package described as supporting employee well-being.

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.
Must be able to safely lift 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.
Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL). If required, obtain the CDL within six months of entering the classification or vacate the classification.
Must be able to operate material-handling equipment, including motorized forklifts, and road vehicles.
If crane certification is required, obtain it within one year after obtaining the CDL and within two attempts, or vacate the classification; periodic recertification is required as specified by regulations and the company.
Acquire, within the timeframe set by the company, the qualifications needed to perform duties of the next higher classification in the progression, or vacate the current classification.
For Material Handler A, satisfactorily perform Material Handler B duties for at least 24 months.
For Material Handler B, possess basic computer skills for inventory-management software such as Maximo; Microsoft Excel and Word experience is also preferred in the posting.
Have sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the listed duties and the physical capability to perform the work.
Possess a strong working knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory.
Understand and perform basic math functions.
Be able to work independently and have good communication skills.
For Material Handler A, pass a Physical Ability Test; be able to operate stores material-handling equipment and road vehicles; demonstrate and pass a written examination on knowledge of applicable Material Services instructions and procedures; demonstrate the ability to train, instruct, and direct other employees; and demonstrate the ability to keep neat, concise, and accurate records.
Safely lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Excel and Word experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Issue materials under proper authorization and process and file required records.
Pick up, haul, and deliver materials as needed, including operating company cars and trucks.
Check received materials for quantity and visually inspect them for identity, breakage, and condition; unload, put away, and process receipts and related records.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
Identify, sort, and record returned materials; return usable items to stock and sort unusable items into scrap containers, recording and processing related information.
Assist with or coordinate the processing of order picks for satellite storerooms and complete related records.
Operate computer terminals and printers for a materials management system and other office equipment, including calculators and scanners.
Prepare and pack materials for shipment or storage and prepare required shipping papers and related records.
Ship and receive hazardous materials, potentially including gasoline, oil, PCB-containing oil, and lead-acid batteries, following required 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 efficient material storage; rearrange or change bins and racks and update material locations.
Maintain inventory levels through cycle counts; make discrepancy adjustments with appropriate approval and process associated records.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification; at the A level, assist with or train employees and direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
Perform similar or less-skilled work and comply with company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices.