Grocery Materials Handler

USD $23.00/Hr.

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

Applications are accepted until 12/19/2025
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• Uses SAP to process purchase orders from stores according to the 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.

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Current Colorado Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in warehousing, including order picking, shipping, and receiving.
• Previous forklift experience required; must be certified on sit‑down and stand‑up reach trucks, and rider pallet jack.
• Good attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness are required.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• 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; experience with SAP is a plus.

Overview of benefits offered to good4u Crew.

• 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

At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is the belief that all people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing. We honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion throughout our organization, encouraging the unique life experience of each person.

Physical and environmental demands: N = Never, O = Occasional (1‑33% time), F = Frequent (34‑66% time), C = Constant (67‑100% time).

• Occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally push or pull up to 30 lbs.
• Constant computer use for data entry and mouse.
• Constant sitting, fine‑motor manipulation, reach outward for the duration of shift.
• Frequent grip, bend, twist, and turn.
• Occasionally walking, standing, squatting, kneeling, and reaching above chest as needed.

• Work occasionally with cold, heat, sharp tools and equipment, noise, contact stress, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.