Materials Helper
Columbus, GA
The Materials Helper assists the Senior Storekeeper with their responsibilities as they apply to warehouse activities, including but not limited to the following:
Organize and inventory warehouse materials
Prepare materials for outgoing shipment
Maintain clean work environment
Assist customers and employees with locating materials
Assist customers and employees with loading and unloading of materials
Note:
This is a position covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Georgia Power and IBEW Local 84 and is governed by this agreement. Union membership is optional. The starting salary (non-negotiable) is governed by this agreement which includes an increase every six months assuming satisfactory performance, until you max out in your job classification and a negotiated general increase every July.
Job Experience and Education
High School diploma or equivalent is required
Warehouse related experience and/or background is highly preferred
Successful completion of the Warehouse Assessment Test is required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to follow instructions and translate those instructions into action items
Computer literacy desirable.
Must be able to interact with various internal customers
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs continuously/repetitively is required
May be required to travel to other Region Storerooms to assist as needed
Ability to work overtime and storm duty when necessary
Behavioral Attributes
Customer oriented team player who is willing to learn, be flexible, and self-motivated
Individual must show a strong dedication to safety
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

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