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Profession JRI–58 / Logistics & Warehousing

Will AI replace stockers and order fillers?

Stockers and Order Fillers receive, store, and issue merchandise to fill shelves and orders. Core tasks include reading orders for catalog numbers, quantities, and sizes; packing and unpacking items; and storing goods in an orderly manner.

The risk spectrum — where Stocker and Order Filler sits
Stocker and Order Filler vs the 82 other jobs
Risk rank58 / 83
Automation timeline5-10 years
Median salary$37,330
Projected growth+8.5% (2024–34)
01 / Your plan

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02 / Job market

Official outlook: still growing.

Within the 83 professions
Salary$37,330
$31k$171k
Growth+8.5% (2024–34)
-25.9%33.5%

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a +8.5% change in employment for this occupation between 2024 and 2034, from a current base of 2,833,810 people employed earning a median of $37,330 a year.

Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024–34 & OEWS May 2025.

AI adoption in postings →

JRI demand index / weekly, base 100210
Aug 3Aug 10

Collected weekly through our own intake pipeline across live job postings; normalised index, not absolute counts.

03 / Real salaries

Stocker and Order Filler salaries by city

Median pay from real records (H-1B filings and tech job postings), across the cities with most observations.

Oklahoma City$41,917Houston$42,640Los Angeles$45,760New York$43,680Fresno$44,876

Range shows p25–p75; the dot is the median. Sources carry a documented bias — see the full salary page.

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04 / How to enter

How to become a stocker and order filler.

Typical preparation

Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Job training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Getting in is one thing — the day-to-day runs on a specific set of tools and skills:

Skills employers ask for

From real job postings for this role — click to explore who asks for them.

Source: O*NET 30.0 database (CC BY 4.0).

07 / FAQ

What people ask.

01Will AI replace stockers and order fillers?
Automation could unfold over 5-10 years. The risk level is medium, with routine inventory tracking and order processing already handled by machines. Human work still involves coordinating with team members, identifying damaged goods, and adapting to non-standard requests.
02How soon could automation affect Stockers and Order Fillers?
Within 5-10 years, automation could affect these positions. The risk level is medium, and physical stacking and retrieving stay manual. Judgment to spot defective items remains a human task.
03Which skills keep Stockers and Order Fillers relevant?
High demand exists for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software skills. Active Listening and Service Orientation also matter, each at medium demand. Reading Comprehension and Monitoring are needed to enter, while attention to detail helps in quality checks.
04What preparation is needed to become a Stocker or Order Filler?
A high school diploma is the typical requirement. New hires often need Active Listening, Reading Comprehension, and Monitoring skills. Tools like SAP and Microsoft Excel are common in daily work.
05What related jobs can Stockers and Order Fillers move into?
A related alternative is Retail Salespersons. The daily work of reading orders and packing items builds transferable skills. Physical storing and retrieving also carry over.
06Is Stocker and Order Filler a good career to start in 2026?
Median annual earnings are 37330. The occupation employs 2833810 people. Projected growth is +8.5% (2024–34). Automation risk is medium, with a 5-10 year timeline.
07What are the typical tasks for Stockers and Order Fillers?
Reading orders for catalog numbers, sizes, colors, and quantities is a core task. Workers pack and unpack items, then store them in an orderly manner. They also inspect stock for wear or defects. Inventory management systems and warehouse management systems are common tools.