Stores Attendant (Junior - Senior)

American Electric Power; Michigan; On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Stores Attendant to manage inventory, receive and issue materials, and ensure accurate records. The role includes inspecting goods, using Maximo, and operating forklifts to move items within the facility.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and physical ability to lift up to 70 pounds, with basic math and strong communication skills. On-site position with comprehensive benefits and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Experience with inventory control, warehousing, or material handling preferred.
• Knowledge of logistics and basic math required.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, store and issue materials and equipment according to procedures.
• Operate and maintain forklifts and other handling equipment.
• Conduct physical inventory and reconcile records.
• Maintain accurate transaction records and proper shelf-life information.
• Assist in material pick/reserve and shipping tasks.

Skills

Inventory control

Material handling

Warehousing

Maximo

Excel

Word

Forklift operation

Safe driving

Math skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

Excel

Word

Job description

**Job Posting End Date**10-05-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date**Job Summary**Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications.Perform duties under general supervision that involve shipping, receiving, checking, inspecting, recording, storing, issuing new, returned and reclaimed stores material, supplies and equipment; issue, track and inspect materials as assigned.**Job Description****What You'll Do:*** Receive, check, inspect for breakage and apparent defects; identify, count, weigh, sort, store and issue new, returned and reclaimed stores material, tools, supplies and equipment from all sources in accordance with specified procedures and complete related papers; make recommendations and suggestions for improvement.* Inspect, clean and operate manual and mechanical material handling equipment such as forklift, pallet jacks, assorted carts, lifts, etc. as well as automotive equipment; travel to pick up or deliver material as assigned.* Operate and clean machines to cut, package, handle, label, etc. material such as cutoff saws, cable machine, foam packing machine, computerized labeling machine, etc.* Conduct physical inventory of materials and supplies and capitalized spare parts including reconciliation and adjustments of records and monitoring of shelf-life information as assigned.* Receive, unload, store, issue, monitor, record levels/amounts and keep accurate transaction records of bulk gasses, bottled gasses, chemicals and fuels, in accordance with prescribed procedures as assigned.* Pick and assemble material for future use by customers (reserved stock).* Operate Indus Passport according to limits of authorization and other office machines.* Perform duties associated with rotating Key Billet assignments, including but not limited to: Inventory, Pick/Reserve Stock, Shipping, and the sale of scrap or obsolete material, as assigned.* Maintain equipment, tools and work area in a clean, orderly and safe condition.* Assist employees as required.* Assist in performing necessary stores quality control functions as required.* Perform similar or less skilled work.**What We're Looking For:****Stores Attendant, Junior:**Education:* High school graduate or GED.Work Experience:* Through combination of education and/or experience, 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.* 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.* Must possess the appropriate State drive license.* Must be able to operate material handling equipment including motorized forklifts and road vehicles.**Stores Attendant, Mid-level:****Education**:* High school graduate or GED.**Work Experience**:* Two years as a Stores Attendant Jr and satisfactory work experience.* Through combination of education and/or experience, 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.**Required License**:* Must possess the appropriate valid State driver's license.**Other Requirements:*** Thorough working knowledge of all Stores procedures and plant instructions as they apply to regular and nuclear plant Stores job responsibilities.* Satisfactory completion of prescribed study and training programs; demonstrated ability to plan and direct work of others and keep neat, concise and accurate records.* Must be able to safely life up to 70 pounds.* Must have mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills.* Demonstrate ability to plan and keep neat, concise and accurate records.* Ability to write legibly and record accurately.* Must understand and perform basic math functions.* Must be able to work independently and possess good communication skills.* Performance of duties may involve work in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.* Education, experience, licensing & certification requirements of this position conform to ANSI N18.1 - 171 and ANSI/ANS-3.1-1993.**Stores Attendant, Senior:****Education:*** High school graduate or equivalent in education or experience.**Work Experience:*** Four years of satisfactory work experience, with thorough working knowledge of all Stores procedures and plant instructions as they apply to regular and nuclear plant Stores job responsibilities.**Required License:*** Valid driver license; satisfactory completion of prescribed study and training programs; demonstrated ability to plan and direct work of others and keep neat, concise and accurate records.**Other Requirements:*** Performance of duties may involve work in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.* Education, experience, licensing & certification requirements of this position conform to ANSI N18.1 - 1971and ANSI/ANS-3.1-1993.**Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.****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.****The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees...the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We're passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We're powering the future - today!****#AEPCareers****#AEPIM****#LI-ONSITE****Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**U079-825**Compensation Range:**$29.73 - $42.98The 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. 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