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How Much Do Warehouse Jobs Pay in Stockton? (2025 Salary Guide)

Real pay rates for warehouse work in the 209. Order pickers, forklift operators, leads, and supervisors — what you can expect to make at Amazon, UNFI, and other local employers.

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Paul Bailey
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Thinking about warehouse work in Stockton? Here's what you can actually expect to make in 2025 — no BS, just real numbers from local employers.

Warehouse Pay by Position

PositionStarting PayWith Experience
Order Picker / Packer$17-18/hr$18-20/hr
Forklift Operator$19-21/hr$21-25/hr
Shipping/Receiving$18-20/hr$20-23/hr
Warehouse Lead$22-25/hr$25-28/hr
Warehouse Supervisor$55-65K/year$65-80K/year

Shift Differentials

Night shift typically pays $1-2 more per hour. Weekend shifts sometimes add another $0.50-1.

  • Day shift: Base pay
  • Swing shift (2pm-10pm): +$0.50-1/hr
  • Night shift (10pm-6am): +$1-2/hr

Pay by Employer

  • Amazon: $18.50-21/hr starting, varies by facility
  • UNFI: $18-22/hr, good benefits after 90 days
  • FedEx Ground: $18-20/hr for package handlers
  • Target DC: $19-22/hr
  • Costco Depot: $20+/hr, but competitive to get in

What Affects Your Pay

  • Forklift certification — Adds $2-4/hr over picker roles
  • Direct hire vs temp — Direct is usually $1-2 more
  • Shift — Nights pay more
  • Tenure — Most places give raises at 90 days and annually

The Bottom Line

Entry-level warehouse work in Stockton pays $17-19/hr. Get forklift certified and work nights, you can hit $22-25/hr within a year. That's $45-50K annually with overtime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Amazon warehouse jobs in Stockton typically start at $18.50-21/hr depending on the position and facility. Night shifts pay an additional $1-2/hr differential.

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