Inbound / Outbound Specialist

Job Title: Warehouse Inbound / Outbound Specialist, Full-Time (Hourly, Non-Exempt)

Job Philosophy:

R&S Logistics is a 3PL team based in Knoxville, TN. We value our customers' trust and take care of their inventory as if it were our own.

Warehouse Pick-and-Pack Associates are a vital part of our team. We expect a strong commitment to safety, a willingness to take on new tasks, and a focus on giving our customers a great experience.

Our values are Agility, Stewardship, Tenacity, Gratitude, and being Invested in shared success. We aim to do our best in everything, as described in Colossians 3:23.

Job Overview:

A vital member of the R&S Logistics Team, the Warehouse Inbound / Outbound Specialist is responsible for ensuring accuracy of inbound receipts and outbound customer orders. Additionally, the Warehouse Inbound / Outbound Specialist is able to assist with other warehouse operations, including but not limited to picking and packing of orders, building of palletized orders, and manual unloading of loads.  The Warehouse Inbound / Outbound Specialist will use a stand-up order picker lift, RF scanner, computer, and a sit-down lift. The Warehouse Inbound / Outbound Specialist is responsible for use of PPE (outlined below).  The position of Warehouse Inbound / Outbound Specialist is detail-oriented, demanding, and rewarding.  R&S Logistics associates perform their duties with accuracy, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence that helps ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities and Duties:

R&S Logistics Warehouse Inbound / Outbound Specialists have a variety of responsibilities and duties, including but not limited to:

• Accurate Picking and Packing of Customer Orders


• Use of RF Scanners and Associated Equipment


• Ability to Obtain within the first 30 calendar days of employment and Maintain Forklift Certification to Safely and Independently Operate Lifts


• Commitment to Customer Service


• Maintaining a Clean and Safe Environment


• Operating Powered Industrial Trucks such as Stand-Up Order Pickers and Sit-Down Forklifts


• Actively Participates in Ongoing Training Programs with Satisfactory Results


• Verifying Shipments & Receipts


• Repacking Customer Projects


• Loading & Unloading Product from Trailers


• Labeling Product with Inventory Tags


• Verifying & Scanning Inventory


• Assisting in Warehouse Layout & Location Markings


• Reporting Damaged or Otherwise Unsafe Equipment to Supervisor


• Assisting in Warehouse Maintenance & Improvements


• Adhering to all Industry-Specific and Site-Specific Safety Requirements


• Accurately Reporting Time Worked, Including Clock-In/Clock-Out Procedures


• Adhering to R&S Logistics’ Employee Handbook

PPE Requirements:

• Class 2 High-Visibility Vest or equivalent sash, etc. – Company Supplied; to be worn at all times on the warehouse floor.


• Safety-Toed Footwear – Employee Supplied (subject to reimbursement plan after Year 1); to be worn at all times on the warehouse floor.


• Fall Arrest Safety Harness and Lanyard – Company-Supplied; to be worn during any vertical operation of the order picker.

Fundamental Job Requirements:

R&S Logistics Warehouse Pick-and-Pack Associates are able to perform the following tasks, with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to scan and pick items at heights of up to 20 feet for Prolonged Periods


• Standing, Walking, & Sitting for Prolonged Periods.


• Ability to work in varying warehouse conditions, including temperature fluctuations and exposure to outdoor weather when loading/unloading.


• Lifting and Briefly Carrying Loads of Up To 60 Pounds / Team Lifting and Carrying of Loads of Up To 120 Pounds


• Bending, Squatting, and Reaching.


• Intermediate Computer Data Entry and Keyboarding.


• Near and Far Vision


• Depth Perception