Stores Attendant B-A

American Electric Power; Edwardsburg (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Michigan is seeking an entry-level Material Service Specialist to assist with material accountability, storeroom operations, and storage yard duties. The role offers training under supervision and progression as knowledge grows.

You will issue materials, inspect receivals, use Maximo and Microsoft Office, operate forklifts and other equipment, and support inventory planning while following safety rules to ensure accurate records and efficient storage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year in inventory control/material handling/warehousing preferred.
• Basic computer skills; Maximo and MS Excel/Word experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and pass Physical Ability Test (PAT).
• Valid state driver’s license; CDL within six months if required.

Responsibilities

• Issue material with proper authorization; load/unload and operate company vehicles as needed.
• Verify received material quantity and condition; log records.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Sort and record returned material; stock usable items and scrap unusable material.
• Operate inventory systems and office equipment (printers, scanners, etc).
• Pack and prepare material for shipment or storage; issue shipping papers; handle hazardous materials as required.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, hand trucks, etc).
• Help maintain storage layout; rearrange bins and racks as needed.
• Assist in inventory cycle counts; record discrepancies with approvals.
• Support colleagues and perform similar or less skilled work.
• Follow safety rules and company operating regulations.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

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

What You’ll Do:

• The following sets forth the principal duties required for the job that are normally to be performed. It is not intended to limit the assignment of work or set the degree of supervision under all conditions. An employee may perform miscellaneous, related and incidental work in addition to that outlined below. These duties will be performed as an entry-level position under a training and learning process. Individuals will be under direct and/or semi-direct supervision and will progress from assisting with these duties to performing them individually with semi-direct supervision and/or job guidance, based on accumulated job knowledge.


• 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; 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


• 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. 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 supervisor with maintaining efficient storage of materials, rearrangement or change of bins and racks, and making 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.

What You’ll Need:

Education requirements are listed below:

• High School Diploma or GED

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• 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.


• 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.

What You’ll Get:

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well‑being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

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 fr equently, 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.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.