Stores Attendant B

American Electric Power•Lawton, MI

10d•$27 - $29

About The Position

Assist the Material Services organization by performing duties related to material accountability, operation of the storeroom and storage yards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
A minimum of one year work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related experience is required.
Must possess basic computer skills to use inventory management software such as Maximo; Microsoft Excel and Word experience is also preferred.
Must have sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities listed above, and also have the physical capabilities to perform the required work.
Must possess a strong working knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory.
Must understand and perform basic math functions.
Must be able to work independently and possess good communication skills.
Must be able to safely lift up to 70 pounds; successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) is required.
Must possess the appropriate State drive license. If a Commercial Drive License (CDL) is required, the incumbent must obtain the CDL within six months of entry into this job classification or vacate the current job classification.
Must be able to operate material handling equipment including motorized forklifts and road vehicles.
Thorough knowledge of distribution systems required.
Acceptable written and verbal communications skills.
Must be able to travel to various locations for extended periods 1 – 5 days during the week.
Must be able to see information on computer screen and use computer keyboard.
Must be able to hear spoken words via telephone, cell phone or during individual or group meetings.
Occasionally working in inclement weather and on uneven surfaces.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to provide a safe work environment and a safe distribution system for employees and the public.
Promote and enforce adherence to the Company's Accident Prevention and Safety and Health programs to safeguard employees, the general public and Company property.
Supervise resources and assets to meet business unit and corporate goals.
Supervise the construction, maintenance and operation of the distribution system within appropriate design standards to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
Provide leadership and direction to ensure all employees are well trained, knowledgeable, enabled and focused on the success of the company.
Supervise resources within assigned budgets.
Supervise resources to provide safe and timely service restoration during outages.
Coordinate and monitor the acquisition, cost, use and maintenance of tools, vehicles and equipment.
Administer the Company's job performance review and merit salary programs, Management Information and Policy Manual, and employee handbooks and supplements related to assigned personnel.
Recommend the promotion, demotion, selection, discipline and dismissal of assigned personnel.
Carry out, within the assigned area of responsibility, the Company's program of Equal Employment Opportunity, including its Affirmative Action obligations.