Job Summary 

The Warehouse Grocery Material Handler position is responsible for performing all functions of the Grocery department at the Natural Grocers Distribution Center.  This includes the use of SAP for order processing, order pulling, shipping, receiving, cycle counting and new product storage setup.  This position is a physically demanding job that works under minimal supervision and maintains daily communication with all departments.

Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.

04/04/2025

Responsibilities

1. Use SAP system to process purchase orders from stores according to daily schedule
2. Responsible for efficiently filling store orders, properly palletizing for stability, and delivering pallets to the staging area in a safe and efficient manner
3. Perform weekly cycle counts of grocery inventory
4. Verify product rotation as needed for FIFO
5. Prioritize and process purchase orders for all new store openings
6. Schedule inbound containers and truckloads for grocery
7. Check POs for accuracy of inbound loads; report any discrepancies to management
8. Receive product and perform applicable food safety checks required
9. Determine storage locations for inbound container loads to maximize storage space
10. Assist shipping with stacking, wrapping, and labeling pallets for the outbound orders
11. Maintain good housekeeping in the grocery department and surrounding areas
12. Assist with bulk order pulling when backup is needed
13. Provide clear and professional communication with stores, managers, coworkers and vendors at all times regarding duties, priorities and needs in the distribution center
14. Must adhere to all company policies and procedures
15. May be assigned to other warehouse duties as needed 

Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Must have current Colorado Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Minimum 2 years of experience in warehousing, including order picking, shipping, and receiving required
• Previous forklift experience required; must be certified by NGVC on sit down and stand-up reach trucks, and rider pallet jack
• Good attention to detail required; accuracy and thoroughness is a must
• Excellent organizational skills required
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Flexibility with working hours to accommodate warehouse needs
• Able to work in a seasonally warm or cool environment
• Able to assist in other departments as needed
• Previous experience with inventory required. Experience with SAP a plus  

This job description is not an employment contract.  It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities.  The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice.  Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.

Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:

All Crew Members

• Birthday Bonus Pay 
• Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) 
• Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
• Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure 
• Paid Nutrition Education 
• good4u Crew Member Discount  
• {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) 
• Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases  
• Advancement Opportunities and Career Development 
• Health and Wellness Program  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   
• Employee Referral Program

Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) 
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance  
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance   
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match 

Diversity Statement

At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.

At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.

Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:

Physical and Environmental Demands:                              

N = Never

O = Occasional; 1-33% of time

F = Frequent; 34-66% of time

C = Constant; 67-100% of time

Physical Requirements:

Must have the ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.

Must have the ability to occasionally push or pull up to 30 lbs.

Must be able to constantly use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.

Must be able to constantly sit, use fine motor manipulations, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.

Must be able to frequently grip, bend, twist, and turn.

Must be able to occasionally walk, stand, squat, kneel, and reach above chest as needed.

Environmental Requirements:

Must be able to work occasionally with cold, heat, sharp tools and equipment, noise, contact stress, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.