Material Handler B
American Electric Power · Fort Wayne, IN · 5 days ago
On-siteManagement$26.6–$29.22/hrFull-time
About the role
Under semi-direct supervision, be responsible for material accountability (receive, identify, inspect, cycle count, record), unloading and/or shipping materials and supplies in the operation of the RDC and storage yards.
Responsibilities
- Issue material under proper authorization; process and file required records which may include 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 the processing of 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, scanners etc.
- Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage, including preparation of required shipping papers and other related records.
- 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 of 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
- A minimum of one year work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related experience is required.
- Must be able to safely lift up to 70 pounds; successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) is required.
- Must be able to operate material handling equipment including motorized forklifts and road vehicles.
- Must possess the appropriate State driver’s license.
- Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
- Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Skills
- 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.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Pay
Compensation Grade: U020-160, Compensation Range: $26.60 - $29.22
Schedule
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.