What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Associate position at Nature's Way?
Distribution Associate
C Crew Hours: Monday to Friday, Noon to 8pm.
***New Wages and Shift Premiums for 2026***
Welcome to a better way, an authentic way. Welcome to Nature’s Way.
We believe that nature is the best way to holistic health, and it should be available to everyone.
When we help people live healthy lives, we build a happier, healthier world for everyone.
How we go about our work drives TRUST in who we are, what we do, and the products we produce.
Our customers trust:
- Our products to be the gold standard
- Our words to be true
- Our claims to be honest,
- Our actions to have integrity.
And we’ve been leading the way since 1969.
Be a part of helping people live healthy lives as our new Distribution Associate!
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for processing both internal and external customer orders in a fast paced environment utilizing Voice Picking, and/or RF Technology through SAP and Warehouse Management Software. Responsibilities includes order picking, packing product for shipment to customers, cycle counting, inventory accuracy, receiving, unloading and loading of trailers, product put away, replenishments, and processing customer returns. Some functions and/or locations may require the safe utilization of the following equipment: both sit down and stand up forklifts, order pickers, turret and / or lift trucks. Perform job duties within the established quality control guidelines of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Accurately pick and pack customer orders to meet requirements and specifications.
- Pick line requires repetitive use of hands.
- Involves picking product order 80% of shift.
- Perform transactions with RF or Voice equipment that are timely and accurate.
- Lift and stack cases of product onto pallets and secure for shipment. Requires frequent lifting of 40 and up to 60 pounds.
- Accurately receives and stores materials according to facility specifications and cGMP requirements.
- Put away and transport materials using various powered material handling equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- Perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy.
- Process customer returns per company policy.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, and/or a minimum of 6 months related experience working in a warehouse and/or distribution environment.
As a Nature’s Way employee, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of benefits that offer the support you need to truly live what you believe.
All benefits are effective on day ONE of your employment!
Medical Option to select either a PPO plan or one of 2 high – deductible medical plans that includes a company contribution to your personal health savings bank account.
Dental Delta Dental PPO & an option to select an enhanced dental plan.
Vision Routine preventative coverage under medical plan and an option to elect additional voluntary coverage
Time Off All employees receive 11 holidays off per year, as well as paid time off that starts at a minimum of two weeks per year.
401K Plan Company match of up to 4% as long as employees contribute a minimum of 6% to the account. An additional profit-sharing contribution is also made to employee accounts if the company meets its annual targets.
You’ll also enjoy a variety of other benefits that support your long-term health and wellness:
- Company provided short-term & long-term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary critical illness & accident coverage
- New parent phase-in program & paternity leave
- Educational assistance reimbursement
- Product discounts & a wellness program
- Free Fitness Center
Start Helping People live Healthy lives today!