Receiving Assistant
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Lakewood, CO, 80228
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $19.50/Hr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:
The Receiving Assistant is responsible for assisting the Receiving Manager in the successful operation of the receiving department.
Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.
12/08/2025
Responsibilities
Main Ingredients:
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
Recipe for Success:
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 them 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:
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 constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
Lakewood's grocery and retail sectors see steady demand for Receiving positions, especially with natural food stores expanding. Candidates with forklift certification and retail experience often find more opportunities due to local growth and inventory management needs.
Forklift certification is highly valued for Receiving roles in Lakewood, CO, alongside food safety credentials. Employers like Natural Grocers prefer candidates who maintain current safety certifications and demonstrate compliance with local health regulations.
Proficiency in inventory software such as SAP, accuracy in product inspection, and solid customer service skills distinguish top Receiving Assistants. Being organized under pressure and effectively handling discrepancies are key traits employers seek.
Yes, gaining expertise in receiving tasks often opens pathways to supervisory roles or department management within retail chains. Developing leadership skills and mastering inventory systems can accelerate growth in this career track.
Daily duties include verifying incoming shipments, scanning products, coordinating with managers on delivery issues, and organizing stock for efficient floor replenishment. It’s a hands-on role demanding attention to detail and collaboration across departments.
Natural Grocers offers training in nutrition education, safety certifications, and career advancement programs. Their inclusive culture encourages ongoing skill-building and provides benefits like paid leave and health plans to support employee wellbeing.
The role requires a full 40-hour week with shifts that include evenings, weekends, and holidays to match store needs. Flexibility is essential, though certain days off and scheduled meetings are stipulated to maintain operational flow.
Compensation starts around $19.50 per hour, reflecting local market rates for grocery receiving positions. This pay scale aligns with experience and includes access to employee benefits enhancing overall job value.
Absolutely, employees often leverage their operational knowledge to transition into supervisory or specialized inventory positions. Natural Grocers supports internal mobility, rewarding initiative and consistent performance.
At Natural Grocers, maintaining high standards in product integrity, including organic and natural goods, adds complexity. Handling vendor discrepancies and ensuring compliance with food safety laws requires meticulous attention.