Material Handler B - A

About the role

Under semi-direct supervision, you will be responsible for material accountability (receive, identify, inspect, cycle count, record), unloading and/or shipping materials and supplies in the operation of the Regional Distribution Center (RDC) and storage yards.

Responsibilities

• Issue material under proper authorization; process and file required records, including picking up, hauling, and delivering materials and operating Company automotive equipment such as cars and trucks.
• Check received material for quantity; make visual inspection for identity, breakage, and condition; unload and put away, initiate and process material receipt and related records.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Identify, sort, and record material returned; place usable material in stock and sort non-usable material into scrap containers; record applicable information and process related records.
• Assist with processing order picks for satellite storeroom served and completing related records.
• Operate computer terminals and printers supporting a materials management system, and other office equipment such as calculators and scanners.
• Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage, including preparation of required shipping papers and other related records. This may include shipping and receiving hazardous material, such as gasoline, oil, oil containing PCB, and lead-acid batteries under required safety and environmental procedures.
• Operate material handling equipment such as hand trucks, forklift trucks, low lift trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, order pickers, or any other equipment as required.
• Assist in maintaining efficient storage of materials, rearrange or change bins and racks, and make material location changes.
• Assist in maintaining adequate inventory levels based on current requirements through inventory cycle counts; perform discrepancy adjustments with appropriate approval and process all associated records.
• Assist employees of equal or higher classification. Perform similar or less skilled work.
• Perform duties in accordance with Company safety rules, operating regulations, and practice.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• For Material Handler B: A minimum of one year of work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related experience.
• For Material Handler A: Must have satisfactorily performed the duties of Material Handler B for a minimum of 24 months.
• 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 driver’s license. If a Commercial Driver’s 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 meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law and have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Periodic recertification may be required.
• Must acquire, within a timeframe determined by the company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression or vacate the current job classification.
• Must possess basic computer skills to use inventory management software such as Maximo; Microsoft Excel and Word experience is preferred.
• Must have sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the duties and responsibilities listed, as well as 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.
• For Material Handler A: Must have a good working knowledge of all Material Services instructions and procedures as they apply to regular job responsibilities and must qualify through demonstration and a written examination. Must demonstrate the ability to train, instruct, and direct other employees, and have demonstrated the ability to keep neat, concise, and accurate records.

Other Requirements

Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 30 miles of the Canton General Service Center (5300 Navarre Rd SW, Canton, Ohio 44706).

Pay

• Material Handler B: $27.67 - $33.12 per hour.
• Material Handler A: $34.72 - $37.66 per hour.

Benefits

AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Physical Demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H – Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.