Bulk Packaging Operator

Natural Grocers•Golden, CO

11d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

The Bulk Packaging Operator is responsible for packaging of bulk foods and spices at the Natural Grocers Distribution Center in Golden. This position performs daily setup and operation of mechanical and electrical packaging equipment, including scales, baggers, labelers, metal detectors, and case sealers. The Packaging Operator must be able to work at a steady pace for 10-hour shifts, standing for 90% of the time. This position packs and labels products accurately and efficiently and completes necessary production logs. This position works under FSMA guidelines. Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended. 12/18/2025

Requirements

Minimum 1 -year recent experience in operating food production machinery preferred
Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions as provided
Basic computer skills required, working knowledge of production systems
Must have good attention to detail; accuracy and thoroughness is a must
Ability to work with others in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to rotate through all workstations in the processing area
Must work 40 hours per week and be available for overtime as needed
Must be reliable and on time every day
Mechanical aptitude/skills preferred
Able to assist in other departments as needed

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude/skills preferred

Responsibilities

Daily setup and breakdown of production equipment and workstations with necessary packaging materials, tools, and GMP items
Prep and weigh product for individual finished container sizes
Pack products to accurate weights at an acceptable pace by operating semi-automated scales and baggers; some manual packaging required
Assess quality of product being packed; communicate non-conformances to Lead or QA
Use automated bagging equipment to seal individual bags; ensure adequate seals
Operate packaging equipment; includes troubleshooting and making adjustments in accordance with established work standards; operate touch screen to program code dates, product weights, speeds, and other relevant information
Label product accurately and efficiently
Accurately pack finished bags into boxes or trays; operate case sealing and coding machines
Manually palletize products according to specifications
Provide backup relief in the absence of machine operators in herb/spice room
Maintain standard efficiency and accuracy of equipment and manual tasks
Complete necessary production forms with accurate information
Keep a sanitary work environment throughout the shift
Follow production schedule; understand run sequence and cleaning requirements
Perform required cleaning including washing, sanitizing, sweeping & mopping area daily
Follow all GMP’s, SSOP’s, Organic, Allergen, and HACCP standards
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.

Benefits

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
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