Grocery Materials Handler

Natural Grocers•Golden, CO

1d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

The Job in a Nutshell: The DC Grocery Material Handler position is responsible for performing all functions of the Grocery department at the Natural Grocers Distribution Center. This includes use of SAP for order processing, order pulling, shipping, receiving, cycle counting and new product storage setup. This position 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. 01/02/2026

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must have a current Colorado Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
Minimum 3 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 is 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 seasonally warm or cool environment.
Able to assist in other departments as needed.
Previous experience with inventory required.
Must have a current Colorado Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP a plus.

Responsibilities

Uses SAP to process purchase orders from stores according to daily schedule.
Pick daily orders and prepare for shipping, including special order plus-outs.
Perform weekly cycle counts of grocery inventory.
Verify product rotation as needed for FIFO.
Prioritize and process purchase orders for all new store openings.
Schedule inbound containers and truckloads for grocery
Check POs for accuracy of inbound loads; report any discrepancies to purchasing dept.
Receive product and perform applicable food safety checks required for receiving.
Determine storage locations for inbound container loads to maximize storage space.
Assist shipping with stacking, wrapping, and labeling pallets for outbound orders.
Maintain good housekeeping in the grocery department and surrounding areas.
Assist with bulk order pulling when backup is needed.
Provide clear and professional communication with stores, managers, coworkers, and vendors at all times regarding duties, priorities and needs in the distribution center.
Must adhere to all company policies and procedures.
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.

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