Warehouse Grocery Material Handler

Salary Range

USD $22.00/Hr. -

Overview

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.

03/31/2025

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Use SAP system to process purchase orders from stores according to daily schedule

Responsible for efficiently filling store orders, properly palletizing for stability, and delivering pallets to the staging area in a safe and efficient manner

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 management

Receive product and perform applicable food safety checks required

Determine storage locations for inbound container loads to maximize storage space

Assist shipping with stacking, wrapping, and labeling pallets for the 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.

Qualifications

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 Sp