Research Associate Jobs in Athens, GA (NOW HIRING)

Company Description
Coleto Brands is a dynamic collective of brands united by a commitment to enhancing spaces through design and functionality. Headlined by its flagship brands, Kichler and Progress Lighting, Coleto Brands provides residential lighting fixtures across key categories, including interior and exterior decorative lighting, bath/vanity, architectural systems and downlights, ceiling fans and landscape. Visit www.coletobrands.com.
Job Description
Coleto Brands, parent Company of Progress Lighting and Kichler, is seeking to fill a General Warehouse Associate - Inventory Control position at our Progress Lighting - Jefferson, GA location for 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30PM), Monday through Friday, overtime as needed. The Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for performing all functions necessary to maintain accurate inventory, by cycle counting, performing other miscellaneous audits and investigation of count discrepancies.
This position requires a strong reliance on count accuracy, process control, product monitoring, movement coordination and reporting to control inventory. If you're looking for a hands-on opportunity where your warehouse experience makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform cycle counts and miscellaneous inventory audits to ensure all inventory is accounted for and reported according to company policy.
• Ensure products are in proper locations, conduct searches to locate missing inventory.
• Investigate and correct discrepancies in reported quantities and locations of all inventory.
• Research and perform root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
• Conduct third party vendor audits to agree quantity and part number for received material.
• Execute assignments accurately and timely in a safe manner.
• Prepare various reports relative to the cycle counting process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Excellent math and analytical skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication.
• Understanding of basic inventory control procedures
• Certification in Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) operation preferred
• Working knowledge of SAP
• 1-2 years' experience in distribution or warehouse setting
• Ability to shift operational priorities and business needs
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions effectively

Qualifications
Requirements:

• Must be able and willing to operate Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) equipment at elevated heights of up to 35 feet
• Must be able and willing to work overtime as required, including extended shifts and/or weekends
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on feet for extended periods
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
This position has been designated as safety-sensitive due to the nature of the work performed, which may include the operation of powered industrial trucks (PIT), machinery, motor vehicles, or other equipment where impairment could create a risk to the health or safety of the employee, coworkers, customers, or the public.
Individuals in this role are expected to perform all job duties safely and free from impairment. Employees must not report to work, perform work, or remain on duty while impaired by alcohol, marijuana, controlled substances, prescription medications, or any other substance that could affect their ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position. The lawful use of prescription or over-the-counter medications does not relieve employees of their responsibility to safely perform the essential duties of the role.
As a condition of employment, candidates selected for this position must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, including a drug test. Individuals employed in this role must also comply with the Company's drug and alcohol policies and any applicable testing requirements throughout their employment, as permitted by applicable law.
Additional Information
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Coleto Brands LLC, its divisions, subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Coleto Brands" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit.
It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.
Coleto Brands is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.
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