Loss Prevention Specialist

Ashley Furniture Industries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount on home furnishings

Professional Development Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Ashley Wellness Centers

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a Loss Prevention Specialist to safeguard people, products and operations at our Atlanta-area manufacturing and distribution site. You will enforce safety policies, investigate incidents, document reports, and oversee access control at entry points.

A strong safety-first mindset and keen attention to detail are essential for success. You will collaborate with teams across the site, participate in training initiatives, and support continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in Safety, Security, or Loss Prevention
• First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months
• Valid Driver's License
• Safety-first attitude and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Guard Post: welcome visitors at the front gate and verify credentials
• Safety Champion: enforce policies to protect the team
• Incident Investigator: document and resolve security matters
• Access Controller: manage site entry and credentials
• Process Improvement: continuously improve safety procedures
• Team Collaboration: work with colleagues on prevention initiatives
• Escort Services: accompany personnel to/from the property as needed
• Emergency Procedures: execute action plans during disasters and monitor weather threats

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Incident reporting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Criminal Justice/Business

First Aid certification

Driver's License

Job description

Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture- Where Innovation Meets Comfort

Who We Are

At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we’re more than a business — we’re a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry.

If you’re ready to grow, you’ve come to the right place. With a true “Growth Mindset,” Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business.

Job details: Loss Prevention Specialist (Security Guard)

This role is considered safety-sensitive

Summary

As a Loss Prevention Specialist, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures. Your responsibilities will include coordinating safety training, writing incident reports, and performing various accident and loss prevention duties. Ready to be the guardian of our workplace? We’re seeking a dedicated Security & Loss Prevention Specialist to join our safety-first team and help protect our people, products, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Guard Post Hero: Be the welcoming face at our front gate
• Safety Champion: Enforce policies that keep our team protected
• Incident Investigator: Document and resolve security matters
• Access Controller: Verify credentials and manage site entry
• Problem Solver: Continuously improve our safety processes
• Team Player: Collaborate on accident prevention initiatives
• Escort Services: Escort personnel to and from the property as needed.
• Emergency Procedures: Execute command post procedures during natural or man-made disasters. Monitor severe weather and follow the emergency action plan.

Qualifications

Education: Associate degree in Criminal Justice/Business OR equivalent experience

• Experience: 1-2 years in Safety, Security, or Loss Prevention
• Certifications: First Aid (or willing to obtain within 6 months)
• License: Valid Driver's License required
• Mindset: Safety-first attitude and attention to detail

Work Environment

This position is located in an active industrial manufacturing and distribution center with moderate to high noise levels, temperature variations, and material handling equipment in operation. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking on concrete floors and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed boots. The fast-paced environment involves time-sensitive and safety sensitive operations and may include various shift schedules to support.

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off; increases with years of service
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity:Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment. Trusted to handle sensitive information and provide accurate, unbiased insights.
• Dirty Fingernail:Takes full accountability for outcomes, not just tasks. Inspects details, ensures data accuracy, and follows through to completion.
• Continuous Improvement:Actively seeks better ways to improve templates, tools, and processes. Learns from prior initiatives and embeds lessons into standard work.
• Growth & Results Focus:Understands how transformation initiatives drive growth, cost reduction, and profitability. Keeps work aligned to enterprise priorities.
• Culture of Leadership:Leads through influence, reliability, and example. Builds trust across functions and supports leaders at every level.
• Customer-Centric & Boundaryless:Works across silos for the greater good of the organization. Ensures outputs meet the needs of executives, initiative owners, and teams.
• Operational Excellence:Demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to translate ambiguity into clear, executable tools.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Please note this position is not eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future.